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

Job description

About the facility

This Federally Qualified Health Center provides comprehensive primary care services to the community with a focus on accessible healthcare delivery. The facility maintains appropriate medical support staff including physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses to ensure efficient patient care coordination.

About the facility location

This area features diverse attractions including wine country tours, scenic state parks, and iconic entertainment destinations like Universal Studios Hollywood. The region offers beautiful beaches, world-class theme parks, and opportunities for outdoor activities ranging from visiting giant sequoias to exploring scenic drives. Visitors can enjoy excellent dining and shopping options alongside family-friendly attractions and live entertainment venues.

About the clinician's workday

The physician associate will provide comprehensive family medicine services in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting, managing diverse primary care cases for patients of all ages during standard business hours. Clinical responsibilities include conducting thorough patient evaluations, managing chronic medical conditions, providing preventive healthcare services, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate medical documentation. The position requires working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with no call requirements, managing 24-25 patients daily with a 20% no-show rate while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes within the FQHC healthcare delivery framework.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 24-25
• Support staff: physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes