Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in TX

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Mar 13, 2026. This contract requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, including 8-hour and 15-hour schedules. The provider will serve as the sole clinician on site and must be prepared to manage a full spectrum of urgent care cases independently.

Job Details

• Location: Texas
• Start Date: Mar 13, 2026
• LOA: 36 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: AM shift 8am-4pm; PM shift 3pm-11pm; 15-hour shift 8am-11pm. Rotating combinations of 8- and 15-hour shifts. Flexibility required for both shift types.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the sole provider in an urgent care setting
• Independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of urgent care cases and procedures
• Manage patient flow efficiently and ensure timely care
• Close all patient charts by the end of each shift
• Adapt quickly to a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate readiness to begin work without clinical training or orientation

Additional Information

• Must have at least 2 years of recent urgent care experience
• Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in Texas
• Ability to work both 8-hour and 15-hour shifts as scheduled
• Contract is initially for 36 days with likelihood of extension

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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