Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Family Medicine;Primary Care

Locum MD (Medical Doctor) / DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Family Medicine / Primary Care

Description. This entry-level, contract, on-site position offers a meaningful opportunity for early-career physicians to gain hands-on clinical experience while serving the primary care needs of the community.

As a Locum Physician, you will provide comprehensive family medicineand primary care services in a medical practice environment, supporting continuity of care for patients and collaborating with an established healthcare team. This role is ideal for an entry-level MD/DO candidate who is eager to apply medical knowledge in real-world settings and contribute to high-quality, patient-centered healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive family medicine and primary care services to patients on-site in Aiken.
• Conduct patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and symptom evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for acuteand chronic conditions.
• Diagnose common illnesses, infections, and preventive care needs within the scope of family medicineand primary care.
• Order relevant diagnostic tests and prescribe medications as medically appropriate..
• Provide patient education on treatment plans, preventive health, and wellness strategies.
• Document patient interactions accurately and maintain timely medical records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Follow clinical protocols, safety standards, and ethical medical practice guidelines.
• Adapt to a changing patient caseload and locum tenens assignment schedules.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD)) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, as required for this locum physician role.

• Entry-level physicians are encouraged to apply; prior experience is not required.
• Strong clinical foundation in family medicineand primary care practice.
• Excellent patient-facing communication and bedside manner.
• Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently in an on-site clinical setting.
• Sound clinical judgmentand decision-making skills.
• Effective collaboration skills with interdisciplinary medical teams.
• Aptitude for accurate clinical documentationand record-keeping.
• Willingness to work on-site in Aiken for the duration of the contract assignment.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and professional ethical standards.
• Flexibility to adapt to different clinical settingsand schedules associated with locum tenens work.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday (8a-5p) and Friday (8a-12p)

Outpatient call shifts required

Patient Volume: 21 per day

All primary care skills required

Support Staff: APPs

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

BLS required

Paid travel & expenses