Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in NJ

Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 3-week locum tenens assignment in New Jersey starting Nov 1, 2025. This role features day shifts and requires experience in urgent care, including the ability to suture and splint. Providers are expected to see all patients who arrive before closing and complete all charting during working hours.

Job Details

• Location: New Jersey
• Start Date: Nov 1, 2025
• LOA: 3 weeks
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 8am–4pm; last patient accepted until 8pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends. Assignment dates: Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 23, 2025.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services, including evaluation and management of acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform procedures such as suturing and splinting
• Manage COVID-related cases as needed
• Ensure all patients who arrive before closing are seen before shift end
• Complete, sign, and close all charts with accurate diagnoses during working hours to ensure timely documentation
• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation

Additional Information

• Must hold active New Jersey license, DEA, and CDS
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced urgent care environment

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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