Physician Assistant - Family Practice
Updated 11/15/25
97005, Portland, Oregon, United States
Physician Assistant
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a solo, rural locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This 120-day opportunity begins on Oct 27, 2025, with day shifts Monday through Friday from 8am to 7pm. The role involves caring for a diverse, primarily non-English-speaking patient population in a federally qualified health center (FQHC) setting, and is ideal for candidates with a proven background serving rural communities.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Details
- Location: Oregon
- Facility Type: Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
- Start Date: Oct 27, 2025
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-7pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive primary care as a solo provider in a rural FQHC
- Deliver care to complex patient demographics, including those who do not primarily speak English
- Manage a broad range of acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan
- Utilize Epic as the EMR system for all patient documentation
- Ensure high standards of patient safety and quality of care
- Participate in shadowing and onboarding activities while credentialing and insurance enrollment are in process
- Demonstrate prior experience in rural health settings as requested by the client
Additional Information
- Minimum 5 years of primary care experience required
- Must have active Oregon licensure with no pending malpractice cases
- Prior rural health experience is strongly preferred and should be highlighted in your application
- Ability to work independently as the sole provider in a rural environment
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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