Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Family Practice in Texas

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice MD in Texas! About The Position We are seeking a board-certified Family Practice Physician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Texas starting Nov 17, 2025. This role offers day shifts, typically Monday to Friday, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages in a primary care setting. The physician will serve as the sole provider, supported by a Medical Assistant, and utilize the Elation EMR system. Job Details Location : Texas Start Date : Nov 17, 2025 LOA : 60 days Provider Type Needed : Family Practice Physician Schedule : 8AM-5PM, typically Monday-Friday (part-time may be considered) Responsibilities and Duties Conduct 30-60 minute patient appointments for new patient visits, wellness exams, and urgent care Deliver full-scope primary care, including management of diabetes, weight, mental health, sleep, nutrition, minor injuries, and acute illnesses such as strep throat Refer patients through the nurse navigation company as appropriate Practice independently as the sole provider on site Provide culturally sensitive care to a predominantly Catholic patient panel (excluding discussions of family planning and contraception) Collaborate with the Medical Assistant to ensure efficient patient care Utilize the Elation EMR system for documentation and patient management Additional Information Must be male (per client request for team balance) Minimum 3 years of experience required Board certification in Family Medicine required Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required Must be comfortable and experienced in urgent care settings Technologically proficient and willing to learn a new EMR Ability to practice independently with blue-collar and employer-sponsored patient populations 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 1670266EXPPLAT 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.