Locum Tenens Physician - Urgent Care Needed in NJ
- ID: 209555B
- Updated September 4th, 2025
- Job ID 209555B
- Job Title Physician - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NJ
- Practice Setting Urgent Care
- Duration 1 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in New Jersey starting Oct 31, 2025. This opportunity features sole provider coverage with shift hours ranging from 8 to 10 hours, including weekday and weekend shifts. Candidates must be licensed in New Jersey with an active DEA and CDS, have several years of urgent care experience, and possess proficiency in suturing and splinting. Epic EMR experience is required.Job Details
- Location: New Jersey
- Start Date: Oct 31, 2025
- LOA: 1 day
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician
- Schedule: 8am-10pm; patients are seen until 8pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends; all patients must be seen before leaving
Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve as the sole provider in an urgent care setting
- Evaluate and treat urgent care cases, including COVID-related illnesses
- Perform suturing and splinting as needed
- Manage patient flow to ensure all patients are seen before shift end
- Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation
Additional Information
- New Jersey medical license, active DEA, and CDS required
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced urgent care environment
- Several years of prior urgent care experience required
- Must be comfortable with sole provider responsibilities
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