Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are actively seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for an engaging 60-day assignment in Pennsylvania, beginning May 4, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive in-home primary care to adult and geriatric patients, focusing on initial evaluations, managing chronic and acute conditions, and implementing personalized care plans during shifts from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide in-home primary care to a panel of adult and geriatric patients
• Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations and routine follow-up visits
• Diagnose, treat, and manage chronic and acute conditions
• Perform medication management, reconciliation, and adjustments
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Coordinate care with NPs/PAs, nurses, social workers, and care coordinators
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
• Deliver preventative care, including screenings and wellness visits
• Manage transitions of care, including hospital and SNF discharges
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers regarding care plans
• Address urgent patient needs and triage issues during assigned coverage periods

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine
• EMR System: Athenahealth
• Patient encounters include chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, CHF, COPD), geriatric care (frailty, fall risk, cognitive decline, dementia), post-hospital/SNF discharge follow-ups, medication management and polypharmacy optimization, acute low-acuity issues (infections, minor injuries, symptom flare-ups), preventative care, behavioral health overlap (depression, anxiety, medication adherence issues), and wound care management (pressure ulcers, diabetic wounds).

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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