Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA

  • ID: 223546B
  • Updated October 1st, 2026

  • Job ID 223546B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
  • Start Date 10/19/2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in California. Our client requires coverage for daytime shifts, where the chosen candidate will manage a varied caseload typical of a rural Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), focusing primarily on adult primary care and some well-child checks.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage primary care cases within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting, addressing rural health aspects.
  • Handle multiple patient complaints per visit, often three or more.
  • Provide coverage during a sabbatical period, with a focus on adult patients.
  • Conduct well-child checks and school physicals as needed.
  • Treat a wide range of conditions including cold, cough, flu, hypertension, and diabetes.
  • Offer care for the homeless population and support LQBTQ patients.
  • Perform annual check-ups and typical FQHC primary care procedures, including womens health procedures like IUD and Nexplanon removals.
  • Refrain from seeing pregnant patients.


Additional Information

  • Board Certifications: Family Medicine or Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
  • EMR: Epic
  • Typical shift hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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