Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Internal Medicine - General/Other in California
LocumJobsOnline, California, United States
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Geriatrics Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Oct 13, 2025. This full-time opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, with the potential for 4-10s and a random day off. The assignment involves caring primarily for adult and geriatric patients in a setting where approximately 75 percent of patients are Spanish speaking; translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants are available for support. Candidates must have recent locum experience, active California licensure, current DEA and furnishing license, and board certification in Geriatric Medicine or Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification.
Job Details
- Location: California
- Start Date: Oct 13, 2025
- LOA: 60 days
- Provider Type Needed: Geriatrics Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm; chance of 4-10s with a random day off; flexibility required
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive medical care for adult and geriatric patients
- Deliver services primarily to a Spanish-speaking patient population, utilizing translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants as needed
- Perform patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, and manage chronic and acute health conditions within the scope of geriatric medicine
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure continuity and quality of care
- Adhere to all clinical protocols and compliance requirements
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
Additional Information
- Locum tenens experience required
- Recent experience in geriatrics or adult health is essential; urgent care, internal medicine, or pediatrics experience will not be accepted
- Active California license, DEA, and furnishing license required
- Board certification in Geriatric Medicine or Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification (ANP-BC) required
- FQHC, rural health, or Indian Health Service experience preferred
- Flexibility with scheduling is highly valued; preference given to candidates without specific day-off requirements
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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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
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Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry - ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
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Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between - you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need - greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you - so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal - to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.