Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in OR

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Oregon beginning Dec 8, 2025. This 120-day opportunity features 10-hour day shifts, four days a week, rotating among three clinics with alternating schedules. The role is ideal for a provider skilled in high-volume urgent care, acute care procedures, and managing patients of all ages in a dynamic, community-based environment.

Job Details

• Location: Oregon
• Start Date: Dec 8, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts (9a to 7p), rotating among 3 clinics with alternating schedules

Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate and treat walk-in patients with acute illnesses, minor injuries, infections, and urgent but non-emergent conditions
• Perform procedures including suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, wound care, and abscess management
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostics (labs, X-rays, EKGs) to guide treatment
• Prescribe medications and manage short-term treatment plans
• Partner with physicians and hospital staff for escalations, transfers, or referrals requiring higher-level care
• Educate patients and families on follow-up care, prevention, and appropriate use of urgent care versus emergency services
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and ensure compliance with hospital protocols and state regulations

Additional Information

• Previous urgent care, emergency, or high-volume primary care experience required
• Proficiency in common urgent care procedures (suturing, splinting, I&D, wound management)
• Must be comfortable with all age groups
• Experience with Meditech EHR
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Strong adaptability and communication skills essential

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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