Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Urgent Care in Texas
Houston, TX, 77007, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- locum tenens
- urgent care physician
- Texas physician job
This locum tenens position seeks a board-certified Urgent Care Physician to provide acute care and minor procedures in Texas for a 49-day assignment starting January 2026. The role involves flexible scheduling, diagnosis and treatment of various conditions, prescribing medications, and collaborating with clinical staff while maintaining patient records. Barton Associates offers competitive pay, malpractice insurance, and travel-related support for physicians in this temporary staffing role.
Doctor of Medicine | Urgent Care
Location: Texas
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care MD in Texas!
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician for a 49-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Jan 12, 2026, and offers flexible scheduling with 8a-10p shifts available seven days a week. The ideal candidate is board certified in Family Medicine or Urgent Care, holds a clean background, and is comfortable seeing patients of all ages.
Job Details
- Location: Texas
- Start Date: Jan 12, 2026
- LOA: 49 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician
- Schedule: 8a-10p, open Sunday through Sunday
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide urgent care services to patients of all ages
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute conditions and minor injuries
- Prescribe medications as appropriate, including controlled substances (DEA required)
- Perform minor procedures commonly seen in urgent care settings
- Collaborate with other clinical staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records
- Adhere to clinical protocols and regulatory requirements
Additional Information
- Texas medical license required
- Board certification in Family Medicine or Urgent Care required
- DEA certification required
- Clean background necessary
- Must be comfortable seeing patients across the lifespan
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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
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