Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Endocrinology;Family Medicine

Description

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. This contract, on-site position offers an opportunity to provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative clinical environment serving the Bend community.

In this associate-level role, you will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients across endocrinology and family medicine, supporting ongoing chronic disease management, preventive care, and acute treatment needs. You will work closely with physicians and clinical staff to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care that meets the practice's standards for quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including histories, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic data
• Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders such as diabetes, thyroid disease, and metabolic conditions
• Provide primary care services across the lifespan within a family medicine scope
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, including medication management
• Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests and imaging studies
• Educate patients and families on disease management, lifestyle modifications, and preventive health
• Collaborate with supervising and consulting physicians on complex cases and referrals
• Document patient encounters accurately and in compliance with regulatory and billing requirements
• Support continuity of care through follow-up visits and care coordination
• Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and practice policies

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Oregon
• Board certification (e.g., ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA) in good standing
• Graduation from an accredited NP or PA program
• Prior experience in endocrinology and/or family medicine preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient management skills
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients and care teams
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team setting
• Current DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification
• Preferred: Experience with diabetes education, chronic disease management, or Locum tenens assignments

Schedule: 4x 10-hour shifts or 5x 8-hour shifts per week

Setting: Outpatient

Daily Volume: 14-16 patients

Case Types: Medical weight loss

Duties: Follow-ups and new patient consults

Support Staff: MA and scheduler

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses