Family Medicine NP/PA

• Profession: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
• Specialty: NP/PA - Family Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Arcata, CA
• Service Setting: Outpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: Oct 12, 2026 – Apr 09, 2027
• Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

Patient Information

• Patient Demographics: Mix of pediatrics and adults
• Average Daily Volume: 18 patients/day
• Case Mix: Family Medicine, Chronic Pain Management

Facility Information

• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff: RNs: 1, MAs: 2

Privileges & Compliance

• Hospital Privileges Required: No
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-60 days

Job Requirements

• Board: BC required (Certified)
• Licenses: Licensed in CA
• DEA: Required
• Certifications: BLS, CA Controlled Substance Education Course Certificate
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar setting
• Other Qualifications: Chart closure within 72 hours, Epic EMR proficiency

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive family medicine care to a mixed patient population of pediatrics and adults.
• Manage chronic pain conditions as part of the overall patient caseload.
• Maintain an average patient volume of 18 patients per day (PPD) in an outpatient setting.
• Ensure accurate and timely medical chart closure within 72 hours of patient encounters.
• Collaborate effectively with support staff including RNs and MAs.