Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Family Practice in Connecticut

Physician Assistant | Family Practice Location: Connecticut Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This opportunity starts Mar 2, 2026, and offers a Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm schedule. The provider will manage their own patient panel in a community health setting, seeing at least 20 patients per day, and should be comfortable with EMR charting and timely documentation. Job Details Location: Connecticut Start Date: Mar 2, 2026 LOA: 120 days Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm, 40 hours per week Responsibilities and Duties Manage a personal patient panel in a busy primary care and family practice setting Provide care for patients with complex medical and behavioral health needs, including possible substance abuse, comorbidities, and dual diagnoses Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients on pain medication per clinical protocols Utilize EMR for efficient charting and documentation Deliver care to under-served and community health populations Maintain timely and accurate patient records See 2–3 patients per hour (at least 20 patients per day) Additional Information Must hold an active Connecticut license Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required Board certification in Family Medicine required Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred Experience in community health and working with under-served populations strongly preferred 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. LI-SC1