Primary Care Physician – Locum / Contract

HiredFirst; Nowata (OK); On-site; USD 158,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst is seeking a Primary Care Physician (MD or DO) for a full-time locum/contract role in Nowata, Oklahoma. The provider will deliver comprehensive primary and acute care to both adult and pediatric patients in an outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate works independently with a steady patient volume, enjoys a consistent weekday schedule, and benefits from strong clinical support with no call, no overtime, and no floating.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Active Oklahoma medical license required — no exceptions.
• Comfortable caring for patients of all ages.
• Family Medicine or Internal Medicine training preferred; Emergency Medicine may be considered.
• Board certification/eligibility or active participation in certification process.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required.
• Cerner EMR experience preferred but not required.
• Tribal or rural health experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to adult and pediatric patients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat routine, chronic, and acute conditions.
• Manage approximately 18–24 scheduled patient appointments per day after orientation.
• Provide routine and drop-in/acute care.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing; prescribe medications.
• Coordinate referrals as appropriate and manage chronic needs.
• Maintain timely, accurate medical documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing, case management, and other staff.
• Work independently while upholding high standards of care.

Skills

MD/DO

Oklahoma license

Patient care (all ages)

Board eligibility/certification

BLS/ACLS/PALS

Cerner experience

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Location: Nowata, OK 74048
Specialty: Primary Care / Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
Employment Type: Locum / Contract
Compensation: $115–$124/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Primary Care Physician (MD or DO) for a full-time locum/contract opportunity in Nowata, Oklahoma. This physician will provide comprehensive primary and acute care to both adult and pediatric patients in an outpatient setting.

The ideal provider is comfortable working independently, managing a steady patient volume, and treating patients across the lifespan. The position offers a consistent weekday schedule, strong clinical support, and no call, no overtime, and no floating.

Schedule

Monday–Friday

40 hours per week

Shifts scheduled within approximately 7:00 AM–5:30 PM

Potential schedule options include four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days

Lunch break required

No call

No overtime

No floating

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care to adult and pediatric patients

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat routine, chronic, and acute medical conditions

Manage approximately 18–24 scheduled patient appointments per day after orientation

Provide routine and drop-in/acute care

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing

Prescribe medications and coordinate specialty referrals as appropriate

Manage patients with chronic healthcare needs

Maintain timely and accurate medical documentation

Collaborate with nursing, case management, and other clinical support staff

Work independently while maintaining high standards of patient care

Qualifications

MD or DO required

Active Oklahoma medical license required — no exceptions

Must be comfortable providing care to patients of all ages

Family Medicine or Internal Medicine training preferred; relevant Emergency Medicine training/experience may also be considered

Appropriate board certification, board eligibility, active participation in the certification process, or successful completion of an applicable ACGME- or AOA-accredited postgraduate training program

BLS, ACLS, and PALS required

Ability to independently manage a busy primary care patient population

Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills

Tribal health or rural health experience is a plus, but not required

Cerner experience preferred, but not required

Must be flexible and comfortable working independently

Clinical Support

Providers have access to a strong clinical support structure, including nursing staff, clinical assistants, referral management, and case management support for patients with chronic and complex healthcare needs.

Providers also have access to a Digital Clinical Assistant integrated into the EMR to assist with clinical documentation and charting.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Competitive pay: $115–$124/hour

Potential flexibility between four 10-hour or five 8-hour shifts

No call, no overtime, and no floating

Dedicated clinical and nursing support

Treat a diverse patient population across the lifespan

Opportunity to make an impact in an underserved community

Potential for extension and longer-term opportunities