Locum Tenens Opportunity: Physician - Primary Care Near Irvine, CA (Job ID: j-244238)A fantastic locum tenens opportunity is available for a Primary Care Physician near Irvine, CA. This position is ideal for a dedicated physician who is passionate about providing high-quality care to patients of all ages in an outpatient primary care setting. The role requires a physician who is board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, with a strong preference for candidates who are already licensed in California.Position Details:
- Position: Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine)
- Location: Near Irvine, CA
- Schedule: ASAP - Ongoing
- Shift: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
- Block Schedules: No block schedules
- Patient Load: 18-20 patients per day
- Practice Setting: Primary Care ClinicJob Responsibilities:
- Patient Age Group: Care for all age groups, from children to geriatrics
- Procedures: Perform minor in-office procedures such as cyst removal, laceration repair, and skin biopsies
- EMR: Proficiency in Epic is highly preferred
- Daily Schedule: 7 hours of patient-facing time with 1 hour dedicated to administrative tasksRequirements:
- Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine (Preferred but not required)
- State License: Must hold a current and unrestricted California medical license
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)
- DEA: Must have an active DEA certificate
- Experience: Minimum of 6 months of recent outpatient Family Medicine primary care experience
- Charting Experience: Experience with Epic EMR is highly preferred
- Work Experience: Must have 2+ years of experience in outpatient primary careAdditional Job Details:
- Support Staff: Full support staff available, including practice manager, front office supervisor, medical assistants, and patient care associates
- Credentialing: The credentialing process is expected to take 4-6 weeks
- Contract Length: 3+ months, with potential for extension
- Vaccination Requirements: Vaccinations are optional, not mandatory
- Practice Environment: This position does not require any call duties, allowing you to focus on patient care during clinic hoursThis is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking a stable, long-term locum tenens position in a well-supported primary care setting near Irvine, CA. The clinic environment offers a collaborative team atmosphere where you can deliver comprehensive care to a diverse patient population.If you are a Primary Care Physician with a passion for patient care and meet the qualifications, consider applying for this rewarding locum tenens position. Job ID: j-244238
