Locum Physician Assistant

Des Moines, Iowa

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LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice PA in Iowa.

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position in Iowa. This opportunity, available through Barton Associates, involves providing coverage at a healthcare facility. The assignment begins on 05/30/2025, with a length of 18 days, covering 10-hour shifts every Friday from 7 am to 5 pm, with additional coverage needed on specific dates. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in primary care and urgent care, with some experience in workman's comp. Responsibilities include managing chronic and acute care, administering injections and vaccines, performing blood draws, and utilizing the on-site dispensary. This solo provider role, supported by a Medical Assistant, offers a potential for extension.


Job Details:

Location: Iowa

Facility Type: Healthcare Facility

Start Date: 05/30/2025

LOA: 18 days

Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant

Schedule: 10-hour shifts every Friday (7 am - 5 pm), plus additional coverage on July 1-3 and July 7


Job Responsibilities and Duties:


• Provide comprehensive primary care and urgent care services


• Manage chronic and acute conditions


• Administer injections and vaccines


• Perform blood draws


• Utilize on-site dispensary


• Handle some workman's comp cases


• Work independently as a solo provider with MA support


• Use eClinicalWorks electronic health record system


Additional Information:


• Must be licensed to practice in Iowa


• Comfortable working in a healthcare setting


• Potential for assignment extension


Apply now to learn more.


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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.


Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased 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

  • 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

  • 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.
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Date Posted: 17 May 2025
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