Doctor of Medicine | Urgent Care Location: Missouri 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 Urgent Care MD in Missouri!
Our client in Missouri is actively seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for an engaging 182-day assignment, beginning Oct 19, 2026. This role involves seeing patients in an urgent care setting, performing essential minor procedures, and reading EKGs and X-rays, supported by medical assistants, scribes, and rad techs. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts, covering weekdays from 8 AM to 8 PM and weekends from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Responsibilities and Duties
- See patients in an urgent care setting.
- Perform minor procedures including suturing, wound care, incision and draining, and splinting.
- Interpret X-rays and EKGs; onsite X-ray and EKG available.
- Perform drawing blood procedures.
- Comfortably manage minor procedures such as sutures, casts, and splints.
- Care for both adult and pediatric patients (aged 6 months and older).
- Work collaboratively with medical assistants, scribes, and rad techs as support staff.
- Manage a patient volume of 36-48 patients per shift.
- Note: The facility does not have newborn deliveries or an L&D department.
Additional Information
- Board certifications required in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
- Experience with Epic EMR is preferred and highly valued.
- Must demonstrate proof of 50 patient encounters within the last 12 months, with experience correlating to the requested privileges.
- Submission of a self-evaluation detailing proficiency in required procedures, independent work, and experience with pediatrics (6+ months) is essential for consideration.
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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Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Bridge employment gaps or transitions between permanent positions by taking on locum assignments, maintaining income and professional engagement during transitional periods.
- Connect with fellow locum professionals through online forums, networking events, and support groups, fostering camaraderie, collaboration, and shared learning experiences.
- Earn recognition and appreciation for your contributions in addressing healthcare gaps and supporting communities in need through locum work.
- Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement.
- Test different specialties and practice settings to find your niche, discovering new interests and passions along the way.
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