Locum Tenens Family Practice Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Tenens Family Practice Physician
• Setting: Outpatient primary care
• Location: Vernon, TX
• Start date: 12/26/26
• Assignment length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Standard 5 days/week, 8-hour shifts (08:00–17:00)
• Call: No call

Description

Provide comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages in an outpatient setting. Conduct patient histories and physical examinations, diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, manage chronic conditions, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans. Deliver preventive care (immunizations, cancer screenings, health education) and perform minor procedures as permitted.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for infants through adults
• Take comprehensive histories and perform physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions (e.g., infections, allergies, respiratory conditions)
• Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans
• Provide preventive care services and patient 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 through continuing education

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay
• Travel and lodging coverage
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support
• Dedicated application and assignment support
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management
• Additional benefits may be provided as required by applicable law