Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Family Practice in Oregon
Portland, OR, 97204, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Physician Assistant
- Family Practice PA
- Locum Tenens
This position is for a Locum Family Practice Physician Assistant in a rural Federally Qualified Health Center in Oregon, providing primary care to a diverse and primarily non-English-speaking patient population. The role requires at least 5 years of primary care experience, active Oregon licensure, and the ability to work independently as a solo provider during a 120-day locum tenens assignment. The employer, Barton Associates, offers competitive pay, malpractice insurance, and handles credentialing and travel arrangements for the provider.
Physician Assistant | Family Practice
Location: Oregon
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 Family Practice PA in Oregon!
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a solo, rural locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This 120-day opportunity begins on Oct 27, 2025, with day shifts Monday through Friday from 8am to 7pm. The role involves caring for a diverse, primarily non-English-speaking patient population in a federally qualified health center (FQHC) setting, and is ideal for candidates with a proven background serving rural communities.
Job Details
- Location: Oregon
- Facility Type: Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
- Start Date: Oct 27, 2025
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-7pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive primary care as a solo provider in a rural FQHC
- Deliver care to complex patient demographics, including those who do not primarily speak English
- Manage a broad range of acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan
- Utilize Epic as the EMR system for all patient documentation
- Ensure high standards of patient safety and quality of care
- Participate in shadowing and onboarding activities while credentialing and insurance enrollment are in process
- Demonstrate prior experience in rural health settings as requested by the client
Additional Information
- Minimum 5 years of primary care experience required
- Must have active Oregon licensure with no pending malpractice cases
- Prior rural health experience is strongly preferred and should be highlighted in your application
- Ability to work independently as the sole provider in a rural environment
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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