Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in NM

  • ID: 218996B
  • Updated June 1st, 2026

  • Job ID 218996B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State NM
  • Practice Setting Correctional Facility
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in New Mexico is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an active 78-day assignment starting Jul 1, 2026. This role involves working closely with a physician, managing high acuity patients, and providing urgent care services for cases like lacerations and suturing, with a schedule of 5:8s or 4:10s.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Work closely with physicians
  • Manage high acuity patients
  • Provide urgent care services, including lacerations and suturing


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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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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