Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in MA

Job Description

Our client in MA is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment starting Apr 20, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive outpatient primary care to adult and pediatric patients, including diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions during daytime shifts from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The Physician Assistant will perform routine wellness exams, order and interpret tests, and prescribe medications as appropriate.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care to adult and pediatric patients
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and URI presentations
• Perform routine wellness exams, preventive screenings, and annual physicals
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and adjust treatment plans as appropriate
• Perform minor in office procedures such as suturing, lesion removal, and joint injections as applicable
• Collaborate with integrated behavioral health, dental, and care coordination teams
• Document encounters accurately in the EMR and complete charts in a timely manner
• Educate patients on disease management, preventive care, and lifestyle modifications
• Participate in team huddles and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
• EMR: Epic
• Common cases include upper respiratory infections and seasonal viral illnesses; asthma exacerbations and allergy related conditions; hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic disease management visits; minor injuries including lacerations, sprains, and simple fractures from outdoor activity; dermatologic concerns including rashes, sunburns, and suspicious skin lesions; gastrointestinal complaints such as dehydration, gastritis, and viral GI illness; routine physicals, Medicare wellness visits, and preventive screenings; Womens health visits including Pap smears and contraceptive management; behavioral health related primary care visits including anxiety and depression management.

Benefits

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

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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