Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant in PA for a 120-day assignment starting Sep 28, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive in-home primary care to adult and geriatric patients, managing chronic and acute conditions, and coordinating care plans. Shifts are scheduled from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide in-home primary care to a panel of adult and geriatric patients
• Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations and routine follow-up visits
• Diagnose, treat, and manage chronic and acute conditions
• Perform medication management, reconciliation, and adjustments
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Coordinate care with NPs/PAs, nurses, social workers, and care coordinators
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
• Deliver preventative care, including screenings and wellness visits
• Manage transitions of care, including hospital and SNF discharges
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers regarding care plans
• Address urgent patient needs and triage issues during assigned coverage periods

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine
• EMR: Athenahealth
• Patient visits are typically 30 to 60 minutes
• Cases include comprehensive chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, CHF, COPD, kidney disease), geriatric care (frailty, fall risk, cognitive decline, dementia), post-hospital and post-SNF discharge follow-ups, medication management and polypharmacy optimization, acute low-acuity issues (infections, minor injuries, symptom flare-ups), preventative care, behavioral health overlap, and wound care management

Benefits

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