Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: California City, CA
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 110 Days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Family Practice MD in California City, California, 93505!

We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens assignment in California. This 120-day opportunity starts on Dec 1, 2025, and features 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. The physician will provide comprehensive medical care to inmates and residents, contribute to clinical leadership, and support high standards of care within a correctional facility setting.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide medical services including examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for inmates and residents
• Prescribe medications and perform both minor and occasional major surgical procedures as needed
• Direct and evaluate operations and standards of care within the medical program
• Participate in treatment team meetings, devising and reviewing individual health plans
• Oversee unit treatment operations and support nursing staff in diagnosis and treatment protocols
• Maintain professional relationships with facility, nursing, contract, and external provider staff
• Ensure compliance with established corporate, facility, and correctional policies and procedures
• Assist in developing and improving facility medical policies
• Regularly assess medical services to prevent inappropriate or duplicate care
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early release when clinically appropriate
• Closely observe potential catastrophic illnesses among the patient population
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, reports, and logs
• Audit medical files and ensure confidentiality of medical records
• Recommend methods for improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Liaise with outside hospital and agency administrators
• Facilitate accreditation processes where applicable
• Accept on-call responsibilities as required
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in group settings
• Clearly communicate responsibilities and accountability to subordinate staff

Additional Information

• California medical license required
• US Citizenship required for ICE clearance; expedited clearance process for new activations
• Candidate will undergo thorough background and credit investigation for clearance

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.

About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. 

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. 

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team! 

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