Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in LA
- ID: 217367A
- Updated April 21st, 2026
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- Job ID 217367A
- Job Title Physician - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State LA
- Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
- Duration
Job Description
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day assignment in Louisiana, starting May 11, 2026. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule with varying hours, focusing on providing comprehensive care to all ages in a community health setting. The Physician will manage general family medicine cases, ensuring high patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Comfortably work with patients of all ages within a community health setting.
- Manage a wide range of common, or bread and butter, family medicine cases.
- Prioritize patient satisfaction and maintain high standards of quality care.
- Provide care for conditions such as cold, cough, flu, hypertension, and COPD.
- Conduct basic women's health exams, physicals, and wellness exams.
- Perform physicals, consultations, and general family medicine services for a diverse adult population and students.
- Utilize an efficient internal referral system for specialists such as Psychologists and Podiatrists, and external medical expertise when necessary.
- Collaborate with support staff including Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Nursing Care Assistants.
Additional Information
- Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine
- EMR: Integrity
- Shift hours include Monday and Thursday from 8a-5p, Tuesday from 10a-7p, Wednesday from 8a-7p, and Friday from 8a-2p.
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