Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in GA

Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 96-day assignment in Georgia, starting Apr 6, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive urgent care and family medicine services, with shifts from 8 AM to 7 PM. The successful candidate will manage a variety of cases, including minor injuries, illnesses, and limited occupational health needs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care and family medicine services.
• Manage acute conditions such as colds, flu, strep throat, and COVID-19 symptoms.
• Treat sinus infections, earaches, and allergies.
• Evaluate and manage sprains, strains, minor fractures, and sports injuries.
• Address minor burns, cuts, lacerations, and perform foreign body removal.
• Diagnose and treat skin rashes, insect bites, and minor infections.
• Manage urinary tract infections (UTIs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
• Assess and treat nausea, vomiting, and other digestive concerns.
• Perform suturing as needed for lacerations.
• Handle limited occupational medicine cases.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications required in Family Medicine or Urgent Care.
• Experience with Athenahealth 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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