Family Medicine | Physician

Locum Tenens Family Medicine Physician - Crescent City, CA (Outpatient / Primary Care)


Locum Tenens Family Medicine Physician in Crescent City, CA - 13-week outpatient assignment, competitive weekly pay $6,150-$7,280, start date June 8, 2026. Join a community-focused primary care team serving pediatric and adult patients in beautiful Northern California.


Quick Job Summary

• Position: Locum Tenens Family Medicine Physician / Primary Care Physician (MD or DO)
• Location: Crescent City, CA 95531 (Del Norte County, Northern California)
• Assignment: 13 weeks, outpatient family medicine (mix of pediatric and adult care)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,150 - $7,280
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (10-hour shifts possible)
• Start Date: June 8, 2026 (credentialing typically 45-60 days)
• Patient Volume: Minimum 18 patients per day

Why This Family Medicine Locum Opportunity


Provide high-quality outpatient care in a supportive, community-focused setting. Crescent City offers coastal scenery, access to Redwoods, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere - ideal for physicians seeking locum tenens family medicine jobs in Northern California.


Requirements / Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Physician license (MD or DO) - state license required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine (within 5 years of residency)
• Active DEA license required prior to start date
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience in a Family Medicine or primary care setting
• Comfortable seeing a mix of pediatric and adult patients (newborn through adolescent care preferred)
• Immunizations/clearances required for credentialing: current flu vaccine (2025-2026), TB status/X-ray (within 90 days of start), documented MMR, Hep B, Varicella titers or complete series, and Tdap within last 10 years

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive outpatient family medicine and primary care services to all ages, including preventive care and chronic disease management
• See a minimum of 18 patients per day; maintain efficient, high-quality patient encounters
• Provide general pediatric care and well-child visits (newborn through adolescent)
• Perform well woman care; IUD insertion/removal experience preferred
• Manage common acute and chronic conditions, including chronic pain management within clinic scope
• Complete timely documentation and ensure chart closure within 72 hours
• Collaborate with nursing staff and multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and referrals

How to Apply


Interested candidates with family medicine locum tenens experience, an active DEA, and required immunizations are encouraged to apply. Please submit your CV and availability as soon as possible - credentialing requires approximately 45-60 days. Apply now to join our Crescent City healthcare team today.


Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.


Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.