Physician Assistant - Family Practice

Company: Barton Associates
Location: Alcester
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in South Dakota, starting May 12, 2025. This full-time position involves providing primary care services in a multi-specialty clinic setting, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a light patient load of 5-6 patients per day in a small-town family practice environment. This long-standing community clinic focuses on general outpatient family medicine, including walk-ins. The role does not involve OB care, infant care, or suturing. This opportunity offers a very manageable workload in a well-established practice setting. Proficiency with Meditech EHR is required.Job Details:Location: South DakotaFacility Type: Multi-Specialty ClinicStart Date: May 12, 2025LOA: 120 daysProvider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician AssistantSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PMJob Responsibilities and Duties: Provide comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages (excluding infants) Manage a patient load of 5-6 patients per day Handle walk-in patients and general family medicine cases Conduct physical examinations and preventive care screenings Diagnose and treat common illnesses and chronic conditions Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans Educate patients on disease prevention and health maintenance Accurately document patient encounters using Meditech EHR Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in a multi-specialty setting Adapt to the needs of a small-town community practiceAdditional Information: Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in South Dakota Experience in family practice and primary care required Proficiency with Meditech EHR system preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential Ability to work independently in a small practice setting Comfort with a relaxed pace and light patient load Appreciation for small-town community healthcare dynamicsApply now to learn more!Benefits: Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat are Locum Tenens Jobs?Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.#LI-SC1by Jobble

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