Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in North Carolina
Charlotte, NC, 28254, USA
- Full-time
Physician Assistant | Urgent Care
Location: North Carolina
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care PA in North Carolina!
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Dec 16, 2025, runs for 80 days, and features 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours in a rotating schedule. The provider will work autonomously within a streamlined team model, seeing 40 or more patients per day.
Job Details
- Location: North Carolina
- Start Date: Dec 16, 2025
- LOA: 80 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts (8am-8pm weekdays, 8am-4pm weekends); full-time 36/40 rotating schedule with every other weekend required; flexibility to float to nearby locations
Responsibilities and Duties
- Independently assess and manage urgent care cases in a high-volume setting
- Collaborate with a medical assistant and front desk personnel to provide streamlined patient care
- Perform and document comprehensive patient evaluations and treatments
- Manage acute illnesses and minor injuries for a diverse patient population
- Prescribe medications and manage refills in accordance with DEA regulations
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Additional Information
- Must hold an active North Carolina license
- Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certifications
- Ability to work autonomously is essential; not accepting new graduates
- DOT certification is a plus
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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