Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in California

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care PA in California.

About The Position

Barton Associates is seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a hospital-based urgent care center in California. Starting on 07/17/2025, this high-acuity, fast-paced position requires expertise in managing a wide range of urgent care cases, including chest pains, abdominal pains, sepsis, appendicitis, and early DKA. The schedule involves 36-44 hours per week, including 2-3 weekends per month and all federal holidays, with a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with full workups, interpreting EKGs, and utilizing on-site CT, ultrasound, and lab services. This opportunity offers comprehensive urgent care capabilities, including an infusion center and extended patient observation.

Job Details:

Location: California

Facility Type: Hospital-Based Urgent Care

Start Date: 07/17/2025

LOA: 120 days

Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Schedule: 36-44 hours/week, 2-3 weekends/month, mix of 8 and 12-hour shifts

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage high-acuity urgent care cases in a fast-paced environment

• Perform full workups for patients presenting with various acute conditions

• Interpret EKGs and other diagnostic tests

• Utilize on-site CT, ultrasound, and laboratory services

• Manage patients in the infusion center as needed

• Provide extended observation care for patients when required

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records using Epic EMR

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Additional Information:

• Must be a licensed Physician Assistant with Urgent Care experience

• Active California PA license required

• Experience in high-acuity urgent care or emergency medicine preferred

• Strong clinical decision-making skills essential

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and facility requirements

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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