Locum Family Practice Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Family Practice Physician (Primary Care)
• Setting: Outpatient clinic
• Schedule: Standard 5 days/week, 8-hour shifts (08:00–17:00)
• Call: No call
• Assignment length: 26 weeks
• Start date: 01-04-27
• Pay: $115/hr–$130/hr

Description

Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages in an outpatient setting with scheduled coverage and no call. You will handle patient histories and physical exams, diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, manage chronic diseases, and deliver preventive care. You will also order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, perform minor procedures as permitted, and maintain accurate medical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses (e.g., infections, allergies, respiratory conditions)
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans
• Provide preventive care (immunizations, cancer screenings, health education)
• Perform minor procedures (e.g., skin biopsies, joint injections, wound care) as permitted by state regulations
• Collaborate with specialists for coordinated care
• Maintain accurate, complete medical records
• Stay current with family medicine advancements via continuing education

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Family medicine residency accredited by ACGME or AOA
• Board certification in family medicine (ABFM or AOA)
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Maine
• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience in primary care

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay
• Travel and lodging coverage
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams
• Dedicated application and assignment support
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management