Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Pediatrics Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a Pediatric Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 8, 2025. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The assignment focuses on pediatric care, serving a diverse patient population in a setting where the majority of patients are Spanish speaking, supported by translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Dec 8, 2025
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide outpatient pediatric care to a diverse patient base, with approximately 75 percent Spanish-speaking patients
• Work with support staff including translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants to optimize communication and care delivery
• Manage a patient demographic with 78 percent covered by Medical/Medicaid
• Utilize experience in FQHC, rural health, or IHS environments as applicable
• Ensure all care meets current clinical and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality pediatric services

Additional Information

• Locum experience is required
• Recent experience in a pediatric setting is essential
• Must have active California licensure, DEA, and furnishing license
• Required board certifications: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (PPCNP-BC)
• Please confirm any requested time off prior to submission

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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