Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in NC
- ID: 212127A
- Updated November 20th, 2025
- Job ID 212127A
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NC
- Practice Setting Urgent Care
- Duration 70 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time role features 12-hour weekday shifts (8am-8pm) and shorter weekend shifts (8am-4pm), with a rotating 36/40 schedule and every other weekend required. The position requires autonomous practice in a high-volume clinic setting.Job Details
- Location: North Carolina
- Start Date: Dec 16, 2025
- LOA: 70 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Weekdays 8am-8pm, weekends 8am-4pm; full-time, rotating 36/40 schedule, must be able to float within nearby clinics, every other weekend required
Responsibilities and Duties
- Independently assess, diagnose, and treat urgent care patients in a high-volume setting
- Manage a daily patient load of 40+ individuals across a broad range of acute presentations
- Collaborate with medical assistants and front desk staff within a streamlined business model
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
- Adhere to clinic protocols and best practices for urgent care delivery
Additional Information
- Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certifications required
- DOT certification is a plus
- Must be able to work autonomously; not accepting new graduates
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