Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Family Practice in California

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. 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.

Physician Assistant | Family PracticeLocation: California Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 11/30/2026

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice PA in California!

Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an 80-day assignment. Working Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, this role involves evaluating and treating patients presenting with acute and chronic respiratory conditions, managing illnesses such as asthma, COPD, and pneumonia, performing focused assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing comprehensive follow-up care and patient education.Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate and treat patients presenting with acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Manage conditions such as asthma, COPD, bronchitis, pneumonia, URI, influenza, COVID/viral illness, and persistent cough
• Perform focused respiratory assessments and determine appropriate treatment plans
• Order and interpret chest X-rays, labs, pulse oximetry, and other diagnostic testing
• Prescribe medications, including inhalers, antibiotics, steroids, and nebulizer treatments when clinically appropriate
• Identify patients requiring a higher level of care or ED transfer
• Provide follow-up care and patient education for chronic respiratory disease
• Participate in care coordination and referrals to outside specialists when needed
• Support the clinic’s community health and culturally competent care initiatives within the Hoopa Valley population

Additional Information

• EMR: Epic
• Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Call Schedule: No Call
• Patient Volume: 18 - 22 patients per day
• LOA: 80 Days
• Staffing Mix: 2 Physicians, 3 Nurse Practitioners, 0 Physician Assistants, 0 Other Staff

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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.

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