Locum Tenens Physician - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Needed in CA

Job Description

Our client in California is actively seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician for a 90-day assignment beginning Jun 4, 2026. This role involves seeing an average of 8 clinic patients daily, managing 2-3 inpatient admissions and discharges, and participating in an on-call schedule that includes weeknights and 24-hour weekends, complementing the standard Monday-Friday clinic hours.

Responsibilities and Duties

• See an average of 8 patients per day in clinic for routine appointments and consultations.
• Manage 2-3 admissions and discharges per day from the inpatient unit.
• Address late admissions the following day.
• Work Monday-Friday from approximately 8am to 4:30pm/5pm in clinic.
• Participate in overnight call from 5pm to 8am the following morning.
• Take 24-hour weekend call when applicable.
• Experience with trigger point and steroid injections is highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is required.
• The facility utilizes the Cerner EMR system.

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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