Job Title:
Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Company: Barton Associates
Location: John Day, OR
Created: 2025-12-01
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
We are seeking a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner for a 105-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, with potential flexibility to start as late as Jan 2, 2026, and features a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Friday. The provider will work primarily independently, supported by a medical assistant, and will manage both acute and chronic cases within a family practice setting.Job DetailsLocation: OregonStart Date: Dec 1, 2025 (may be moved to Jan 2, 2026, if 30-day notice is honored)LOA: 105 daysProvider Type Needed: Family Nurse PractitionerSchedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday-Friday (some days 7am-5pm, others 8am-6pm)Responsibilities and DutiesManage acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes and hypertensionPerform procedures such as casting, IUD placement, Nexplanon insertion, biopsies, and toenail removalVasectomy procedures are optional based on provider comfortDeliver patient care with support from an assigned medical assistant each dayMaintain flexibility and communicate regarding comfort with specific proceduresAdditional InformationMust be board-certified as a Family Nurse PractitionerOregon state license requiredAdvanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications requiredProvider should be comfortable working mostly independentlySome flexibility offered regarding procedural requirements based on provider experienceBenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat 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.