Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in CA
- ID: 210619
- Updated October 6th, 2025
- Job ID 210619
- 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 position offers a dynamic mix of ER and urgent care responsibilities, with 8-hour shifts that include both same day and next day appointments as well as walk-in care. The schedule features urgent care shifts from 11:00 to 19:30 and rapid care in the emergency department from 14:00 to 22:00. Candidates must have recent ER and urgent care experience and be comfortable utilizing the Epic EMR system.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 ED): 14:00–22:00; 8-hour shifts
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide patient care for both scheduled same day/next day appointments and walk-in visits in a mixed ER and urgent care setting
- Evaluate and manage a broad spectrum of acute illnesses and injuries typical of rapid care and urgent care environments
- Perform clinical assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and initiate appropriate treatment plans
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, timely care
- Document all patient encounters and care provided using Epic EMR
- Maintain compliance with established clinical protocols and regulatory requirements
- Apply clinical expertise in both emergency and urgent care scenarios
Additional Information
- Must have active California license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Recent and significant 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