Iowa NP/PA Locums | Only 10–16 Patients/Day | Mon–Fri Days + Travel Reimbursed
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Job description
Opportunity Overview
Want a locums assignment with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule, manageable patient volume, and a strong clinical team behind you?
We are seeking an Iowa-licensed NP or PA for an ASAP, ongoing locums opportunity. You'll see approximately 10–16 patients per day while working alongside an established team of 14 physicians and 10 APPs.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced provider seeking a shorter-term locums engagement—and new graduates may also be considered with a longer commitment.
Position: Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Locum Tenens
Location: Iowa
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment: Ongoing
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Patient Volume: Approximately 10–16 Patients Per Day
You'll be joining a well-supported clinical team that includes:
- 14 Physicians
- 10 Advanced Practice Providers
- Approximately 10–16 patients per day
- Epic EMR
- Collaborative clinical environment
For providers who value having experienced colleagues and clinical resources nearby, this is a particularly attractive locums setting.
Travel
Travel expenses are reimbursed for this assignment in accordance with the approved travel arrangement.
Job Responsibilities
Manage approximately 10–16 patients per day
Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations
Evaluate symptoms and develop appropriate differential diagnoses
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies
Prescribe and manage medications within scope of practice
Provide patient and family education
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate
Collaborate with physicians and fellow APPs regarding patient management
Coordinate referrals and additional services when indicated
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete patient documentation
Utilize Epic EMR efficiently
Work collaboratively within a large multidisciplinary clinical team
Qualifications
Current Iowa license must already be in hand
Current DEA
Current CSA
Current PALS certification
Must be able to successfully test out of Epic
Must meet facility credentialing requirements
NPDB report required at time of presentation
Strong communication and patient-care skills
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and APPs
Experienced providers preferred for shorter-term assignments
New graduates considered with a longer-term commitment
Working Hours
Current Iowa license must already be in hand
Current DEA
Current CSA
Current PALS certification
Must be able to successfully test out of Epic
Must meet facility credentialing requirements
NPDB report required at time of presentation
Strong communication and patient-care skills
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and APPs
Experienced providers preferred for shorter-term assignments
New graduates considered with a longer-term commitment
Skills
Patient evaluation and management
Diagnosis and treatment planning
Medication management
Patient education
Collaborative care
Efficient clinical documentation
Epic EMR proficiency
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage an independent daily patient schedule
Team-oriented approach to patient care