Physician Assistant - Family Practice

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an exciting 30-day assignment in California, starting Jun 15, 2026. Our client requires a professional to commit to six 12-hour shifts monthly, specifically from 11a-11p in POD B and 9a-9p in POD C. This role involves comprehensive duties such as managing belly pain, blood work, prescription refills, sick visits, and low-risk chest pain cases in POD B. Additionally, the Physician Assistant will perform triage, patient intakes, and ER placement in POD C, playing a crucial part in patient flow and care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Commit to six 12-hour shifts per month.
• Work from 11a-11p in POD B alongside an RN.
• Manage cases involving belly pain, blood work, prescription refills, and sick visits.
• Evaluate patients presenting with chest pain who have no associated risk factors.
• Provide care for patients who do not require continuous monitoring.
• Work from 9a-9p in POD C.
• Perform triage duties for the waiting room.
• Conduct patient intakes.
• Facilitate patient placement back into the emergency room.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Family Medicine required.
• EMR System: Paragon.
• Work site is a trauma center.

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.