Locum FNP – Primary Care - Dorchester, MA
Job at a glance
Job description
Position: Locum Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Location: Dorchester, Massachusetts
Assignment Length: Minimum 3-month commitment (extension potential)
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Schedule
- Flexible 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday
- Clinic hours: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Available shift combinations:
- 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Morning + Afternoon)
- 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Afternoon + Evening)
- Optional 12-hour shifts may be available for providers seeking additional hours
- Saturday clinic: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Approximately one Saturday per month (flexible rotation)
Administrative Time
Providers receive one hour of dedicated administrative time for every four hours of patient care, allowing ample time for charting and documentation.
Practice Setting
- Outpatient Primary Care
- Family Medicine/Internal Medicine
- No hospital rounding
- No call responsibilities
Patient Volume
- Scheduled for approximately 20 patients per day
- Typical daily volume is 12–15 patients after no-shows
Procedures
- Standard outpatient primary care
- Vaginal exams may be performed but are not required
EMR
- Athenahealth (Athena)
Credentialing
- Expedited credentialing available
- Emergency privileges may be granted
- Typical credentialing timeline is approximately 2 weeks
Compensation
- Competitive hourly locum rate
- Travel assistance available
- Lodging is provided for providers traveling from outside the area
Requirements
- Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Primary Care experience preferred
- Active Massachusetts license or ability to obtain
- Ability to commit to a minimum 3-month assignment
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established outpatient primary care clinic serving a diverse patient population in Dorchester, one of Boston's most vibrant neighborhoods. The practice offers a flexible schedule, generous built-in administrative time, expedited credentialing, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact while enjoying easy access to everything the Boston area has to offer.
If you're looking for a flexible locum assignment in a supportive outpatient setting with the potential to extend beyond the initial commitment, we'd love to connect with you.