Endocrinology Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facilityin Boston, Massachuse

LocumTenens.com; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a physician assistant with endocrinology experience to cover both inpatient and outpatient settings in the Boston area. The role involves diabetes care, insulin pump management, triage, urgent visits, and coordinating care within clinic and hospital services.

Candidates should have at least one year of endocrinology experience with prescriptive authority; weekend call may be required, with a Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of inpatient and/or outpatient endocrinology experience.
• Prescriptive authority required for endo patients.
• Endocrinology knowledge and diabetes care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide endocrinology services including diabetes management and education.
• Triage and urgent visits; manage in-basket tasks.
• Insulin pump management and oversight as needed.

Skills

Diabetes management

Insulin pump management

Clinical triage

Patient education

Education

Physician Assistant (PA) qualification

Job description

This Job at a Glance

Job Reference Id:

ORD-223402-PA-MATitle:

PADates Needed:

October 5 - OngoingShift Type:

Day Shift;CallAssignment Type:

Inpatient;OutpatientCall Required:

NegotiableBoard Certification Required:

YesJob Duration:

Locums

About the Facility

This hospital-based facility provides specialized endocrinology services through both inpatient and outpatient settings, with an on-site clinic available to support coordinated patient care. The facility operates with structured scheduling and established clinical protocols to support locum tenens clinicians during assigned coverage periods. It is equipped to serve an adult patient population across both inpatient and outpatient endocrinology service lines.

About the Facility Location

Boston offers a range of attractions spanning history, culture, and waterfront experiences. Clinicians on assignment may explore historic neighborhoods such as Beacon Hill and the North End, visit landmarks including Faneuil Hall Marketplace and the New England Aquarium, and engage with cultural institutions such as the Museum of Fine Arts and the Institute of Contemporary Art. The Public Garden and the Esplanade along the Charles River provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, while guided tours connected to the American Revolution and a calendar of food tours, film festivals, and live performances offer additional options during time away from the facility.

About the Clinician's Workday

The physician associate will provide endocrinology services Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, covering inpatient, outpatient, or both settings based on assignment needs. Clinical responsibilities include diabetes expertise and education, triage, urgent visits, in-basket management, and insulin pump management; experience with insulin pumps is a plus but not required. Potential weekend call coverage spans Friday 5:00 PM through Monday 8:00 AM, with in-house work required on Saturday and Sunday. A minimum of one year of inpatient and/or outpatient endocrinology experience as a physician associate is required.

Additional Job Details

Case Load/PPD:

Variable

Support Staff:

n/a

Patient Population:

Adults

Call Ratio/Schedule:

potentially weekends

Location Type:

On-Site

Prescriptive Authority Required:

Yes

Government:

No