Urgent Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Lumberton, Texas
Job Reference Id: ORD-224154-PA-TX; Title: PA; Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing; Shift Type: Day Shift; Assignment Type: Urgent Care; Call Required: No; Board Certification Required: Yes; Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This urgent care facility operates on an on-site basis, providing walk-in urgent care services to patients of all ages, including pediatric patients 3 months and older. The facility requires clinicians to hold board certification in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Med-Peds and to maintain an active state license and active state DEA. Established clinical protocols and a range of available shift lengths support consistent, quality-focused care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.
About the Facility Location
The area surrounding this assignment serves as a base for outdoor recreation, with a nearby state park offering opportunities for hiking, canoeing, and bird watching. A local city park spanning 100 acres features walking trails, volleyball courts, and disc golf, providing accessible leisure options for clinicians on assignment. Regional dining includes Tex-Mex, seafood, and Cajun cuisine, and nearby attractions such as a wildlife park and Colorado Canyon offer additional recreational options. The Gulf Coast and a major metropolitan area are within reach, further extending the range of activities available during time away from the assignment.
About the Clinician's Workday
- Provide urgent care services during day shifts at an on-site clinic.
- Shift lengths of 7, 8, 12, and 15 hours available across all 7 days of the week.
- Board certification in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Med-Peds required.
- Active state license and active state DEA required.
- Prescriptive authority required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an Emergency Room or Urgent Care setting.
- Prepared to treat pediatric patients 3 months of age and older.
- Workers' Compensation experience preferred; DOT certification beneficial.
- High-volume assignment with expected patient throughput of 2-4 patients per hour.
- No call responsibilities associated with this position.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 2-4 patients per hour
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No