Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 68-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Dec 15, 2025, and offers a full-time Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 7:30am to 4pm. The physician will supervise advanced practice providers and provide both chronic and preventative care in a medium security correctional facility.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Facility Type: Medium Security Correctional Facility
• Start Date: Dec 15, 2025
• LOA: 68 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supervise advanced practice providers (APPs)
• Conduct sick call and patient rounding
• Manage chronic and preventative care procedures and follow-up visits
• Operate preventative care clinics
• Perform infirmary rounds for internal medicine cases as needed
• Provide trauma triage services
• Complete charting and documentation
• Handle medication refills and address medication non-compliance with patients

Additional Information

• Pennsylvania license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Correctional experience is a plus

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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