Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in CA
- ID: 211860
- Updated November 12th, 2025
- Job ID 211860
- Job Title Physician - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CA
- Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
- Duration 80 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Family Medicine Physician for an 80-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California. This role begins Mar 2, 2026, and offers a flexible Monday to Friday schedule with 3 days per week, day shifts. Candidates should be comfortable providing full-scope outpatient primary care for all ages in a family practice setting.Job Details
- Location: California
- Facility Type: Outpatient Primary Care Clinic
- Start Date: Mar 2, 2026
- LOA: 80 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Medicine Physician
- Schedule: 3 days per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm; shift hours 7:30am–5:00pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care for patients of all ages in a family practice environment
- Oversee patient coverage for 20–25 cases per eight-hour shift
- Deliver care to a diverse, intergenerational patient population
- Manage a full scope of family medicine cases and conditions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinic teams, including providers in dental and dermatology services
- Utilize Athenahealth EMR system for documentation and patient management
Additional Information
- Active California medical license required
- Board certification in Family Medicine required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- At least 2–3 years of physician experience preferred
- Spanish speaking preferred, not required
- Must be comfortable with all age groups and a broad range of primary care cases
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided