Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Pain Management Needed in CA

Job Description

Our client seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant - Pain Management for an exciting 60-day assignment in California, commencing May 25, 2026. This role involves a Monday-Friday 8am-5pm schedule, focusing on comprehensive patient evaluations, pain assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, and patient education to ensure optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Patient evaluations (H&P)
• Pain assessments / functional scales
• Imaging review (MRI, CT, X-ray)
• Diagnosis & treatment planning
• Medication management (including opioids)
• Patient education on pain management plans
• Monitoring compliance (UDS, agreements)
• Documentation & EMR charting
• Follow-up care & reassessment

Additional Information

• EMR: eClinicalWorks
• Type of cases provider will be seeing: Chronic spine pain (back & neck), Radiculopathy / nerve pain, Degenerative joint conditions (arthritis), Post-surgical & complex pain conditions, Neuropathic & chronic pain syndromes

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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