Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in CA
- ID: 210420
- Updated September 30th, 2025
- Job ID 210420
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CA
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 91 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This role features a mix of ER and urgent care shifts, including same-day and next-day appointments, with 8-hour shifts and variable start times.Job Details
- Location: California
- Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
- LOA: 91 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Urgent Care: 1100-1930; Rapid Care (in the ED): 1400-2200
Responsibilities and Duties
- Manage a mix of emergency room and urgent care (rapid care) cases
- Conduct same-day and next-day appointments, as well as walk-in visits
- Provide rapid assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of acute conditions
- Deliver care to diverse patient populations, consistent with urgent care and ER protocols
- Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and workflow management
- Apply recent experience in both ER and urgent care settings to optimize patient outcomes
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Adhere to all relevant clinical and administrative policies
Additional Information
- Must have active California PA license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Recent ER and urgent care experience is essential
- Familiarity with Epic EMR preferred
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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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided