Locum Tenens Opportunity: Primary Care Physician Near Irvine, CA (Job ID: j-244239) An excellent locum tenens opportunity is available for a Primary Care Physician near Irvine, CA. This role is ideal for a dedicated physician who is passionate about providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages in an outpatient primary care setting. The position is looking for a physician who is either 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
- Start Date: ASAP - Ongoing
- Schedule:
- 4 or 5 days per week
- 8-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
- No call coverage required
- Patient Load: Approximately 18-20 patients per day
- Practice Setting: Primary Care Clinic
Job Responsibilities:
- Patient Age Group: Provide 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 direct patient care with 1 hour dedicated to administrative tasks.
- Local Candidates Preferred: Due to familiarity with California medical rules and regulations, local candidates within driving distance of the clinic or within California are highly preferred.
Requirements:
- 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: At least 6 months of recent outpatient Family Medicine primary care experience is required.
- Charting Experience: Experience with Epic EMR is strongly preferred.
Additional Job Details:
- Support Staff: Full support staff available, including practice manager, front office supervisor, medical assistants, and patient care associates. The physician will not be required to supervise any staff.
- Credentialing: The credentialing process is expected to take 4-6 weeks.
- Contract Length: Ongoing with potential for extension.
- Vaccination Requirements: Optional, not mandatory.
- Practice Environment: This position does not require any call duties, allowing you to focus on patient care during clinic hours.
- Work Environment: A well-supported primary care clinic that fosters collaboration and teamwork, ensuring the highest quality of patient care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking a stable, long-term locum tenens position in a supportive primary care setting near Irvine, CA. 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-244239
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