Family Medicine Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in California

Job description

About the facility

This outpatient clinic operates within a health system framework, providing comprehensive primary care services with same-day sick appointments and walk-in care capabilities. The facility maintains full support staff including assigned medical assistants, licensed vocational nurses, advanced practice providers, and physicians to ensure efficient patient care coordination and optimal clinical outcomes.

About the facility location

This area encompasses diverse attractions ranging from prestigious educational institutions like Stanford University to natural wonders including waterfalls and coastal drives. Visitors can explore iconic landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Oracle Park, while outdoor enthusiasts can experience hiking opportunities at locations like Half Dome and stargazing at Glacier Point. The region offers entertainment venues like Levi's Stadium and cultural attractions including aquariums and piers, alongside scenic coastal routes and wildlife viewing opportunities.

About the clinician's workday

The physician associate will provide comprehensive family medicine services in an outpatient clinic environment within a health system, managing same-day sick appointments and walk-in care for patients of all ages. Clinical responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, managing minor urgent care services, providing routine primary care services, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate medical records. The clinician will work 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling options including 5x8 or 4x10 shifts with no call requirements, seeing 20-21 patients daily and collaborating with full support staff including assigned medical assistants, licensed vocational nurses, advanced practice providers, and physicians onsite to ensure quality healthcare delivery within the health system framework.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 20-21
• Support staff: Assigned MA, LVN, APP, and MD
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes