Primary Care Physician – Locum Tenens Opportunity in New York

Specialty: Family Medicine / Primary Care
Provider Type: MD/DO
Practice Setting: Onsite Outpatient Clinic
Assignment Dates: December 1, 2026 – June 1, 2027
Duration: 6 Months
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Patient-Facing Hours: 32 hours per week

Opportunity Overview

An excellent locum tenens opportunity is available for an experienced, Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive outpatient primary care in a rural New York community. This six-month assignment offers a consistent weekday schedule, a supportive clinical team, and the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients.

The practice operates as an independent, single-provider clinic supported by an RN, Medical Assistant, and Front Desk staff. The ideal candidate is comfortable practicing autonomously while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

• 40 hours per week, including 32 patient-facing hours

• Up to 24 patients per day

• Outpatient call rotation from 4:30 PM-7:00 AM

• Call responsibility approximately 4-5 weeks per year

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care, primarily for adult patients.

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.

• Deliver preventive care, wellness services, and patient education.

• Conduct patient evaluations and physical examinations.

• Coordinate treatment plans, referrals, and follow-up care.

• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation.

• Collaborate with nursing and administrative staff to ensure excellent patient care.

• Participate in the outpatient call rotation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MD or DO degree.

• Board Certified in Family Medicine.

• Minimum of 5 years of Family Medicine experience.

• Ability to obtain required hospital privileges and maintain hospital affiliation.

• Strong clinical judgment and independent practice capabilities.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Practice Environment

• Independent rural outpatient clinic.

• Dedicated support from an RN, Medical Assistant, and Front Desk staff.

• Business casual dress code.

• Opportunity to establish meaningful relationships with patients and the surrounding community.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Six-month locum tenens assignment.

• Consistent Monday-Friday daytime schedule.

• Established clinical support team.

• Diverse outpatient primary care responsibilities.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rural community.

Interested in this opportunity? Connect with our team to learn more and discuss next steps.