| Location | Inglewood, CA |
Family Medicine / Internal Medicine Physician – Locum Tenens – Inglewood, CA
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician for a locum tenens opportunity in Inglewood, California, beginning February 1, 2027, or upon completion of credentialing.
The physician will provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to patients in a community-based clinic setting. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients, managing acute and chronic medical conditions, providing preventive care, and coordinating care with an established multidisciplinary clinical team.
The position offers a supportive practice environment with Medical Assistants, Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), and onsite behavioral health resources.
Candidates must have at least two years of clinical experience, an active California medical license, and the ability to communicate in medical Spanish.
The assignment offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule, flexible monthly availability, and no on-call responsibilities. Full-time coverage is preferred, although part-time candidates may also be considered.
Compensation: $170/hr.
Assignment Details
Location: Inglewood, CA
Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
Specialty: Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
Position Type: Locum Tenens
Start Date: February 1, 2027, or Upon Credentialing
Assignment Duration: 26 Weeks
Number of Positions: 1
Practice Setting: Outpatient Primary Care Clinic
Coverage Type: Scheduled Shifts / No Call
Primary Work Location: Inglewood, CA
Additional Locations: Occasional Coverage at 1–2 Nearby Clinics
Average Daily Patient Volume: Approximately 18 Patients
EMR System: Epic
Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 12–14 Weeks
Schedule
Workdays: Monday–Friday
Standard Shift Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Standard Schedule: Five 8-Hour Shifts Per Week
Alternative Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts May Be Considered Depending on Clinic Location
Four 10-Hour Shifts: Not Available
Full-Time Coverage: Preferred
Part-Time Coverage: Considered
Preferred Monthly Availability: 4 Weeks Per Month
Minimum Monthly Availability: Flexible; Candidates Available for Approximately 2 Weeks Per Month May Be Considered
Block Scheduling: Not Available
On-Call Responsibilities: None
Start Date: Upon Completion of Credentialing
Scheduling will depend on provider availability and the requirements of the assigned clinic locations.
Patient Population / Volume
Practice Setting: Outpatient Primary Care
Average Daily Patient Volume: Approximately 18 Patients
Clinical Focus: Family Medicine and Internal Medicine
Care Model: Community-Based Primary Care
Patient Services: Acute Care, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Medicine, and Ongoing Primary Care
The physician will provide comprehensive primary care services to patients with a variety of medical needs.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Comprehensive Outpatient Primary Care Services
Evaluate, Diagnose, and Treat Acute Medical Conditions
Manage Chronic Diseases and Long-Term Medical Conditions
Conduct Comprehensive Patient Histories and Physical Examinations
Develop Individualized Treatment Plans
Provide Preventive Medicine and Wellness Services
Perform Routine Health Screenings
Order and Interpret Laboratory Testing
Order and Review Diagnostic Imaging and Other Studies
Prescribe and Manage Medications as Clinically Appropriate
Monitor Treatment Effectiveness and Patient Progress
Coordinate Specialty Referrals and Follow-Up Care
Provide Patient Education and Counseling
Collaborate With Medical Assistants, RNs, LVNs, and Behavioral Health Staff
Support Continuity of Care Across Assigned Clinic Locations
Communicate Effectively With Spanish-Speaking Patients Using Medical Spanish
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation Using Epic
Clinical Services
Comprehensive Primary Care Evaluations
Acute Illness Assessment and Treatment
Chronic Disease Management
Preventive Health Screenings
Wellness Examinations
Medication Management
Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing
Individualized Treatment Planning
Specialty Referral Coordination
Patient Education and Preventive Counseling
Ongoing Primary Care Follow-Up
Clinical Practice Details
Practice Setting: Outpatient Primary Care Clinic
Primary Location: Inglewood, CA
Additional Coverage: Possible Occasional Floating to 1–2 Nearby Clinics
Average Daily Patient Volume: Approximately 18 Patients
Clinical Specialties Accepted: Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
Support Staff: Medical Assistants, RNs, and LVNs
Behavioral Health Services: Available Onsite
EMR: Epic
Standard Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
On-Call Responsibilities: None
Clinical Environment / Support
The outpatient clinic provides multidisciplinary clinical support, including:
Medical Assistants
Registered Nurses
Licensed Vocational Nurses
Onsite Behavioral Health Resources
Additional Clinical Support Services
Epic Electronic Medical Record
The physician will work collaboratively with the clinical team to provide coordinated, patient-centered primary care.
Requirements
Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine – Preferred
Board-Eligible Candidates May Be Considered With an Appropriate Explanation and Demonstrated Clinical Competency
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine – Required
Active California Medical License – Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – Required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification – Required
Active DEA Registration – Required
Medical Spanish Proficiency – Required
Experience Providing Comprehensive Outpatient Primary Care
Experience Diagnosing and Treating Acute Medical Conditions
Experience Managing Chronic Diseases
Strong Preventive Medicine and Wellness Care Skills
Ability to Manage Approximately 18 Patients Per Day
Strong Patient Communication and Care Coordination Skills
Ability to Collaborate With Multidisciplinary Clinical Teams
Willingness to Provide Occasional Coverage at Nearby Clinic Locations
Familiarity With Epic EMR – Preferred
Clean Professional Background and Malpractice History – Preferred
Candidates With Major Malpractice Issues Will Not Be Considered. Other Malpractice History May Be Reviewed on a Case-by-Case Basis.
Licensing and Credentialing
Active California Medical License Required at Submission
Candidates Requiring California Licensure Will Not Be Considered
Board Certification Preferred
Board-Eligible Candidates May Be Considered Based on Qualifications
Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience Required
Current BLS Certification
Current ACLS Certification
Active DEA Registration
Medical Spanish Proficiency Required
Verification of Clinical Experience and Professional Credentials
Review of Professional Background and Malpractice History
Completion of Applicable Credentialing Requirements
Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 12–14 Weeks
Orientation
Orientation Duration: 12 Hours
Orientation to Clinic Workflows, Epic Documentation, and Practice Procedures
Additional Assignment Information
One Physician Position Available
Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Accepted
Assignment Begins February 1, 2027, or Upon Credentialing
Initial Assignment Duration of 26 Weeks
Monday–Friday Daytime Schedule
Five 8-Hour Shifts Per Week Preferred
Possible 12-Hour Shifts Depending on Clinic Assignment
Full-Time Coverage Preferred
Part-Time Availability Considered
Approximately 18 Patients Per Day
Outpatient Primary Care Setting
Occasional Floating to Nearby Clinics
Medical Assistant, RN, and LVN Support
Onsite Behavioral Health Resources
No On-Call Responsibilities
Active California Medical License Required
Medical Spanish Proficiency Required
Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience Required
Epic Electronic Medical Record
Approximately 12–14 Week Credentialing Timeframe