Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in ME

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an 80-day assignment in Maine, starting Feb 1, 2027. The schedule involves four 10-hour shifts, focusing on comprehensive primary care, chronic disease management, medication oversight, and supporting a walk-in clinic that serves a significant geriatric patient population.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide full scope primary care in a family medicine and walk-in clinic setting.
• Manage chronic care conditions and medication regimens, especially for patients on long-term medications.
• Support walk-in clinic operations, including evaluation and treatment of minor urgent care cases.
• Care for a predominantly geriatric patient population, handling higher acuity cases typical for older individuals.
• Conduct post-discharge follow-ups for patients released from the Emergency Department.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Family Medicine is required.
• Experience with Meditech EHR is preferred.
• Comfort with managing patients on chronic medications is essential.
• On-site lab and X-ray facilities are available.

Benefits

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