Physician Assistant - Family Practice
Updated 12/02/25
50543, Des Moines, Iowa, 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 7-day locum tenens assignment in Iowa, starting Jan 22, 2026. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts, providing care in a rural health clinic that serves a diverse patient population.
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: Iowa
- Facility Type: Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Rural Health Clinic
- Start Date: Jan 22, 2026
- LOA: 7 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; clinic open 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 AM start times acceptable)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide full-scope family medicine care to patients in a rural health clinic setting
- Manage acute and chronic medical conditions for patients across the lifespan
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including dental, vision, mental health, and pharmacy professionals
- Order and interpret laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic tests as appropriate
- Coordinate care with specialists in orthopedics, ophthalmology, and women’s health
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records
- Ensure compliance with clinic protocols and standards of care
Additional Information
- Active Iowa license required
- Experience in Emergency Room and Family Practice settings strongly preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
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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