Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for an impactful 60-day assignment in Pennsylvania, commencing Aug 3, 2026. This role involves serving as an acting site medical director, overseeing APPs, performing daily infirmary rounds, managing sick calls, conducting various physicals and consultations, and providing comprehensive general medical care within a structured 7:30am - 4pm schedule.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as acting site medical director, providing oversight to APPs.
• Conduct daily infirmary rounds in the morning.
• Perform rounds in restricted housing units.
• Manage sick call, physicals, emergency, and admissions consultations.
• Provide comprehensive infirmary care, including IV treatments, oxygen management, and general medical cases.
• Perform minor procedures such as sutures and splints.
• Address common conditions like colds, coughs, flu, bronchitis, and pain.
• Conduct MAT Program follow-ups every three months for patients on Vivitrol and Revia, addressing dual diagnosis for addiction.
• Monitor transgender patients, managing bloodwork and medication (approximately 10% of the patient population).
• Engage in chronic care management, including chronic care clinics every six months, with extreme cases referred out.
• Manage charting, EMR queue reviewal, and lab and x-ray reviewal.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Family Medicine is required.

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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