Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in CA
- ID: 210510
- Updated October 2nd, 2025
- Job ID 210510
- 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. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a schedule split between urgent care and rapid care in the emergency department, with 8-hour shifts. The ideal candidate must have recent ER and urgent care experience and be comfortable managing same-day and next-day appointments as well as walk-in patients.Job Details
- Location: California
- Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
- LOA: 91 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule:
- Urgent Care: 11:00–19:30
- Rapid Care (in the ED): 14:00–22:00
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of urgent and emergent conditions
- Manage same-day and next-day appointments as well as walk-in visits in both urgent care and rapid care settings
- Deliver care to patients with diverse acute complaints, ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes
- Perform procedures and interventions commonly encountered in urgent care and emergency department environments
- Document all patient encounters using Epic EMR
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to support patient care delivery
- Adhere to all clinical protocols and safety standards
- Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Additional Information
- Must have recent experience in both ER and urgent care settings
- Active California PA license required
- Proficiency 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