Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
Updated 11/24/25
78202, Houston, Texas, United States
Physician Assistant
Urgent 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 Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Jan 9, 2026. The role requires flexibility for AM, PM, and extended shifts, including 8-hour and potential 15-hour schedules. The provider will be the sole practitioner on site and must be ready to handle all urgent care presentations independently.
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: Texas
- Start Date: Jan 9, 2026
- LOA: 36 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: AM shift 8am-4pm, PM shift 3pm-11pm, with flexibility for open/close shifts (8-hour shifts), 15-hour shifts (8am-11pm) available if interested, and possible but less common 12-hour shifts
Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve as the sole provider for all urgent care cases and procedures
- Manage a full range of urgent care presentations without clinical training or onboarding
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, ensuring all charts are closed by end of shift
- Deliver patient care autonomously and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
- Minimum of 2 years recent urgent care experience required
- Must be licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas
- Ability to work independently and confidently without clinical training provided
- Flexibility to work various shift lengths and schedules as 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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