Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in California

Our client in California is seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment. This role offers a Monday-Friday schedule from 8am-5pm, with the possibility of working four 10-hour shifts. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties including routine check-ups, preventive care, chronic disease management, and treating acute illnesses, as well as performing minor procedures for walk-in cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform routine check-ups and preventive care, including annual physical exams, vaccinations, and health screenings.
• Provide wellness advice and education to patients.
• Manage chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, and heart disease.
• Treat acute illnesses, including common colds, flu, ear infections, and sore throats.
• Address minor injuries like sprains and cuts.
• Handle walk-in cases requiring laceration repair, suturing, incision and drainage (I&D), and minor foreign body removal.

Additional Information

• EMR: eClinicalWorks
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Call Schedule: No call
• Patients Per Day: 15-18
• LOA: 120 Days
• Staffing Mix: MDs, NPs, PAs, MAs

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities