Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in CA

  • ID: 221224B
  • Updated August 9th, 2026

  • Job ID 221224B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Urgent Care
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Urgent Care Physician Assistant for an exciting 60-day assignment in California, starting Aug 24, 2026. This role involves managing full scope FQHC urgent care, including walk-ins and rural health aspects, with a focus on 15-minute appointment slots and handling multiple patient complaints per visit. The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm, offering a consistent work-life balance.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide full scope FQHC urgent care, including walk-ins
  • Manage rural health aspects of urgent care
  • Handle a variety of patient complaints, potentially 3+ per visit
  • Adhere to 15-minute appointment slots


Additional Information

  • Urgent Care Board Certification is required
  • EMR: Epic


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

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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