Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for a 60-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Apr 21, 2025. This role involves seeing a diverse patient population, from newborn to geriatric, in a busy free-standing healthcare center. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, focusing on a variety of cases from annual wellness to follow-up visits.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages, from newborn to geriatric
• Manage a high-volume patient load, seeing up to 18 patients per day (9 in the morning, 9 in the afternoon)
• Perform thorough documentation within a busy practice setting
• Address a wide range of typical cases including annual wellness visits, physicals, and well child visits
• Handle sick visits, ER follow-ups, hospital follow-ups, and pre-operative visits

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine
• EMR System: eClinicalWorks
• Preparedness for high patient volume and extensive documentation is essential
• Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Includes a 30-minute lunch break and 30 minutes for paperwork daily.

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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