Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in CA

  • ID: 221251A
  • Updated August 9th, 2026

  • Job ID 221251A
  • Job Title Physician - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Clinic
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are actively seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for a critical 65-day assignment in California, beginning Aug 3, 2026. This role focuses on delivering comprehensive patient care, including routine checkups, screenings, and vaccinations, alongside managing chronic conditions and various acute care cases. The position requires commitment to 8-hour shifts, serving a diverse patient population within a multi-specialty clinic environment.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Conduct patient visits, including checkups, screenings, and vaccinations.
  • Manage family care, chronic condition management, and wellness, with a focus on the Medi-Cal community and Medicare patients.
  • Provide acute care, encompassing suturing, splinting, EKG and X-ray interpretation, management of nosebleeds, and biopsies.
  • See typically 25-30 patients per day, accommodating walk-ins as needed.
  • Utilize an onsite lab for follow-up care and prescription services.


Additional Information

  • EMR: Athenahealth


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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