Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in California

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care PA in California! About The Position We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Nov 10, 2025, with day shifts Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. The ideal candidate will have recent urgent care experience, hold an active CA license with DEA and furnishing authority, and be comfortable serving a diverse patient population, including a high percentage of Spanish-speaking patients with support from translators and bilingual medical assistants. Job Details Location : California Start Date : Nov 10, 2025 LOA : 60 days Provider Type Needed : Urgent Care Physician Assistant Schedule : Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm Responsibilities and Duties Provide urgent care services to patients in a fast-paced clinic setting Assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of acute medical conditions Collaborate with medical assistants and translators to care for approximately 75 percent Spanish-speaking patients Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests as necessary Maintain accurate and timely patient records Ensure compliance with California state licensure requirements and DEA regulations Additional Information Locum experience is required FQHC, Rural Health, or Indian Health Service experience preferred Must have active California Physician Assistant license, DEA registration, and furnishing license Recent position or experience must be in urgent care Please confirm any planned time off prior to assignment submission 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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. LI-SC1 1670308EXPPLAT About Barton Associates 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. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive 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.