Family Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Family Medicine
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Vashon, WA
  
• Service Setting: Outpatient Community Health Center
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  
• Coverage Period: Aug 10, 2026 – Nov 09, 2026
  
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Flight (up to $700 round trip), rental car/mileage (up to $2k/month), and lodging (up to $3k/month) covered. Malpractice not covered.
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Newborns – Geriatrics
  
• Patient Volume/Census: Up to 21 patients per day
  
• Case Mix: Family Medicine, Walk-in/Acute Care, Chronic Disease Management
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: EPIC
  
• Specialty Backup Available: Onsite pediatrician
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Credentialing Timeline: 2-3 weeks
  

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Injections
  
• IUD placement
  
• Minor wound care
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active WA license required
  
• Board: Board Certification required
  
• DEA: Active WA DEA required
  
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS (may be required at credentialing)
  
• Experience: New grads considered for MD positions; clean background required; no malpractice history
  
• Other Qualifications: Spanish or Russian speakers a plus; must be COVID and flu vaccinated
  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to patients of all ages (newborns through geriatrics) in a community health center setting.
  
• Manage a high-volume patient schedule of up to 21 patients per day in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Perform basic office procedures including injections, IUD placement, and minor wound care.
  
• Deliver walk-in/acute care services and chronic disease management for a diverse, underserved population.
  
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including dedicated medical assistants, mental health therapists, and dietitians to coordinate patient care.