We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Family Practice for a locum tenens position at a Hospital in Oregon. This 60-day assignment begins on 08/25/2025, with a potential for extension. The ideal candidate will be comfortable providing comprehensive primary care, including treating common illnesses, managing minor injuries, and performing basic procedures. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. As a locum tenens provider, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating acute and chronic conditions, emphasizing preventive health, and coordinating patient care.

Job Details:

Location: Oregon

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 08/25/2025

LOA: 60 days (with potential for extension)

Provider Type Needed: Physician Assistant (Family Practice)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide comprehensive primary care services

• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic conditions

• Manage common illnesses such as colds, sore throats, and ear infections

• Handle basic sick visits including stomach pains and vomiting

• Treat minor injuries, burns, cuts, and scrapes, including suturing when necessary

• Manage broken bones and other orthopedic issues

• Emphasize preventive health and patient education

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging)

• Prescribe medications and manage treatment plans

• Coordinate patient care with other healthcare providers

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Meditech EHR system

• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures

• Ensure high-quality patient care and satisfaction

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Oregon

• Experience with Meditech EHR system is preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital environment

• Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care

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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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.

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• 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 staffi­ng 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.