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Family Practice Physician - (PCP - FP) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/18/14
Job Description & Requirements
Family Practice Physician - (PCP - FP) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 Hour/Day

Primary Care physician needed for South Carolina Psychiatric Facility, Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00. Provider will be managing the medical needs of 90 patients with the support of a Nurse Practitioner. Provider needed for 2 months, credentialing will take up to 2 weeks. Responsible for handling all medical needs, basic care, diabetes, hypertension, etc.

Family practice physicians(locum tenens) are usually the first point of contact for people seeking medical care. These doctors must be able to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of conditions, ranging from broken bones to more exotic illnesses. Family physicians often care for families across generations and are an integral part of many people's lives. In cases where more specialized medical care is needed, a family practice physician will refer their patient to another physician for more focused care.

Required Qualifications
Board certified

Facility Location
Columbia, the state capital of South Carolina, is filled with charm and beauty, and has been named one of America’s “Most Livable Communities†by the Partnership for Livable Communities. With its temperate climate, residents and visitors alike can enjoy free outdoor concerts, festive marketplaces and festivals throughout the year. Entertainment options abound with great nightlife options, trendy restaurants and bistros, as well as excellent museums and cultural attractions.

Job Benefits
Staff Care typically arranges medical or dental malpractice insurance for contractor physicians and other specialists with whom we match to client opportunities. In addition, Staff Care locum tenens positions regularly receive highly competitive pay and a dedicated team to handle all travel, lodging, rental, and transportation needs.

About the Company
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation's leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year.

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