Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Family Medicine;Primary Care
Listed compensation
$150-$250/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
This contract position is an excellent opportunity for entry-level professionals to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic medical practice environment.
As a Locum MD, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care, diagnosing and treating a variety of health conditions, and contributing to the overall well-being of our community. This on-site position allows you to work closely with experienced healthcare professionals, ensuring that you develop your skills and knowledge in family medicine.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages
- Conduct thorough examinations and assessments
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses
- Develop and implement patient care plans
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care
- Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention
- Participate in continuing education and training programs
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Valid medical license to practice in the state of California
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of family medicine
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care
- Basic understanding of electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced medical setting
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p
No call requirement
Setting: Outpatient ambulatory clinic
Patient Census: 15-18 per day
Patient Population: Ages 18+
Support Staff: MAs/MORs
EMR: Cerner
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$416k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $376k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 42% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Family Medicine;Primary Care at Rinvio Recruitment a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,556 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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