Family Practice - Without OB Physician

Barton Associates; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens position in a Pennsylvania correctional facility. This role involves overseeing Advanced Practice Providers, providing comprehensive care, and managing various medical cases. The assignment starts on June 2, 2025, and offers strong compensation and travel-related expenses coverage.

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a Pennsylvania state medical license.
• Experience in managing general medical cases required.
• Familiarity with EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 3-5 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
• Provide comprehensive care in the infirmary.
• Conduct daily infirmary rounds and manage medical cases.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Care

Charting and Documentation

Education

Pennsylvania state medical license

Tools

Sapphire EMR

Job description

Barton Associates is seeking a Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens position in a Pennsylvania correctional facility. This 60-day assignment begins on 06/02/2025, with potential for extension. The provider will work full-time, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. As the Acting Medical Director, the physician will oversee 3-5 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and provide comprehensive care in the facility's infirmary. Responsibilities include managing general medical cases, performing IV treatments, sutures, and splints, treating common illnesses, overseeing the MAT program, conducting daily infirmary rounds, and providing care in restricted housing units.

Job Details:

Location: Pennsylvania

Facility Type: Correctional Facility

Start Date: 06/02/2025

LOA: 60 days

Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Responsibilities:

• Act as Medical Director, overseeing 3-5 APPs
• Provide infirmary care
• Administer IV treatments and monitor oxygen levels
• Perform sutures and splints
• Treat common illnesses (cold, cough, flu, bronchitis, pain)
• Conduct MAT Program follow-ups every 3 months
• Perform daily infirmary rounds in the morning
• Round in restricted housing units once per week
• Handle physical, emergency, and admission consults
• Complete thorough charting and documentation
• Review EMR queue, lab results, and x-rays
• Manage general medical cases and provide emergency care as needed

Additional Information:

• Pennsylvania state medical license required
• Familiarity with Sapphire EMR system preferred
• Potential for assignment extension

Apply now to learn more!

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 (also known as 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 over a year and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold the same qualifications as permanent providers and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.