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Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
Updated 10/20/25
07006, Newark, New Jersey, United States
Physician Assistant
Urgent Care
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 Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in New Jersey starting Oct 31, 2025. This opportunity offers an afternoon and evening shift from 4pm to 10pm and requires proficiency in urgent care procedures, including COVID care, suturing, and splinting. Providers must be prepared to see all patients who arrive before the clinic closes at 8pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends.
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: New Jersey
- Start Date: Oct 31, 2025
- LOA: 1 day
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Oct 31, 4pm-10pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Deliver urgent care services to patients presenting with a variety of conditions
- Provide COVID-related care as needed
- Perform suturing and splinting procedures
- Evaluate and manage walk-in patients until all have been seen, regardless of time of arrival during open hours
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of patient encounters
- Collaborate with clinical staff to provide efficient patient flow
Additional Information
- Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in New Jersey
- Board certification not required; BC or truly BE accepted
- Prior experience in urgent care settings is 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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