Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in GA
- ID: 209527
- Updated September 4th, 2025
- Job ID 209527
- Job Title Physician - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State GA
- Practice Setting Private Practice
- Duration 8 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for an 8-week locum tenens assignment in Georgia, starting Sep 29, 2025. This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 8:30am-4:30pm, with a key focus on clinical oversight and support for nurse practitioners. Candidates should have at least 3 years of clinical and supervisory experience and hold current board certification in Family Medicine/OMT.Job Details
- Location: Georgia
- Start Date: Sep 29, 2025
- LOA: 8 weeks
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, no weekends
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide oversight and clinical guidance to the onsite nurse practitioner
- Remain available by phone during business hours for consultation as needed
- Schedule and conduct weekly or bi-weekly meetings with the nurse practitioner to review cases and completed work
- Annually review 10 percent of patient charts
- Respond to clinical questions from the nurse practitioner regarding patient care or complex cases
Additional Information
- Active Georgia medical license required
- Board certification in Family Medicine/OMT required
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical and supervisory experience
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems other than Aspen preferred
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