Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant
24 hours ago
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This position features day shifts, Monday through Friday, with 8-hour schedules and patient appointments set in 20-minute intervals. The assignment is ideal for professionals who are comfortable managing a steady patient flow and are willing to commit to a six-month contract.
Job Details
- Location: California
- Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; patients scheduled every 20 minutes (including telehealth visits); telehealth scheduled before lunch and as last patient at 4pm, with remaining time for administrative work
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct outpatient visits, managing approximately 3 patients per hour
- Perform comprehensive family medicine assessments and treatments
- Manage telehealth and in-person patient visits as scheduled
- Perform pap smears and provide birth control management (preferred)
- Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently
- Coordinate care and follow-up for ongoing medical needs
- Participate in administrative tasks as scheduled
Additional Information
- Must hold a current California PA license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required
- At least 2 years of clinical experience preferred
- Experience in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) preferred
- Providers must have completed a successful assignment through Barton Associates
- Must be nationally certified as a Physician Assistant
- Six-month commitment required; candidates unable to commit will not be considered
- Credentialing can be completed in 20-30 days for providers with a clean background
- Providers must confirm understanding and comfort with the scheduling template and patient volume
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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