Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Urgent Care in Texas

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care MD in Texas!

About The Position

Barton Associates is seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician for a 9-day locum tenens position at multiple locations across Texas. Starting on 04/14/2025, this assignment involves covering shifts at various clinics. The schedule varies by location, with shifts typically running from 7 AM to 4 PM. The ideal candidate should be comfortable performing work and DOT physicals, treating common injuries (especially back and leg), managing eye debris removal, non-emergency burns, ear checks, and conducting follow-up appointments. This position utilizes the Occuflex EMR system and offers the potential for extension beyond the initial 9-day period.

Job Details: 

Location: Texas (multiple cities) 

Facility Type: Urgent Care Clinics 

Start Date: 04/14/2025 

LOA: 9 days 

Provider Type Needed: Physician - Urgent Care 

Schedule: Varies by location, typically 7 AM - 4 PM

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform work physicals and DOT physicals
• Treat common injuries, with a focus on back and leg injuries
• Manage eye debris removal and non-emergency burn cases
• Conduct ear checks and follow-up appointments for previous injuries
• Perform suturing procedures as needed
• Interpret basic orthopedic x-rays
• Provide walk-in urgent care services for various conditions
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Occuflex EMR
• Adhere to clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure effective communication with patients and healthcare team members
• Collaborate with staff for efficient patient flow and care delivery
• Stay current with best practices in urgent care medicine
• Adapt to different clinic environments across multiple locations
• Manage time effectively to see patients in a timely manner

Additional Information:

• Texas medical license required
• Board certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine) preferred
• Experience in urgent care or similar fast-paced clinical settings essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to new environments
• Comfortable with travel between multiple locations
• Potential for assignment extension

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.