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Flexible family medicine physician opportunities tailored to your specialty and lifestyle
Frontera works with family medicine physicians seeking flexible, well-aligned clinical opportunities. As a locum tenens physician, you’ll be supported by one dedicated recruiter who understands your workflow and connects you with outpatient or hospital-based assignments that fit your schedule, expertise, and long-term goals.
Built with the family medicine
physician in mind
Assignments aligned with your specialty
You’ll only receive roles that match your experience as a family medicine physician, from outpatient continuity-of-care settings to urgent care and hybrid roles. No irrelevant openings and no wasted time.
One recruiter who understands your workflow
You partner with one dedicated recruiter who learns your preferences, communicates clearly, and ensures you always know what to expect before stepping into a new assignment.
Credentialing, onboarding, and compliance handled
We manage credentialing, malpractice coverage, travel coordination, and onboarding so you can focus on patient care, not paperwork.
Flexible schedules and consistent support
Are you a locum tenens physician in search of a more flexible schedule? Our team matches you with opportunities that work with your goals, lifestyle, and income expectations.
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High-demand Family Medicine
Physician roles available now
Explore the most sought-after opportunities in hospitals, clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), and government programs. Whether you’re a locum tenens physician looking for flexibility or a physician pursuing long-term stability, Frontera matches you with roles that fit your expertise and ideal practice setting.
Behavioral Health Psychologist – Owensboro, Kentucky
Full-time hybrid behavioral health role in Owensboro with in-person and telehealth care.
Kentucky
$550 – $600 per day
VA Disability Nurse Practitioner – Yuma, AZ
Full-time M-F exams for Veterans in Yuma. 8am-5pm, no weekends or call. Clean assessments only.
Arizona
$500 – $550 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Weekday VA disability exams in a Sioux Falls clinic.
South Dakota
$475 – $500 per day
Occupational Therapist – Beaumont, Texas
Full-time hospital role in Beaumont with weekday schedule and monthly call rotation.
Texas
$33 – $50 per hour
Nurse Practitioner – Westminster, Colorado
Weekday VA disability exams in Westminster clinic; low daily volume and strong support.
Colorado
$450 – $500 per day
Nurse Practitioner – VA Disability Exams – Waite Park, MN
Weekday disability exam role with low patient volume in Waite Park, MN.
Minnesota
$450 – $500 per day
Licensed Clinical Psychologist – Springfield, Oregon
Part-time VA disability evaluation role in Springfield, Oregon
Oregon
$600 – $650 per day
TBI Examiner – 1 Day Per Month – California
PRN VA disability exams in a Northern California clinic setting.
California
$1200 – $1500 per day
Part-Time Audiologist – Minnesota VA Exams
Three-day schedule conducting VA hearing evaluations in clinic.
Minnesota
$525 – $550 per day
Part-Time Clinical Psychologist – Colorado
Two-day schedule conducting VA disability evaluations in clinic.
Colorado
$625 – $650 per day
Audiologist – Veterans Exams – Anchorage, Alaska
Part-time VA audiology exams, structured workflow, predictable schedule
Alaska
$525 – $550 per day
Veterans Disability Exam Practitioner – Rock Springs, WY
In-person VA compensation & pension assessments in Rock Springs
Wyoming
$450 – $500 per day
Nurse Practitioner – California PRN Exams
PRN VA disability exams 1–2 days monthly in coastal Northern California.
California
$550 – $620 per day
VA Disability Examiner MD/DO – McAllen, Texas
Flexible in-person/telehealth VA evaluations for Veterans.
Texas
$1300 – $1400 per day
Audiologist – Georgia Flexible Schedule
In-person VA exams with flexible weekday scheduling in South Georgia.
Georgia
$470 – $512 per day
Audiologist – Arkansas Weekday Clinic
In-person VA disability exams Tuesday through Thursday in southern Arkansas.
Arkansas
$465 – $515 per day
Traumatic Brain Injury Examiner – Arkansas
PRN VA disability exams in a central Arkansas clinic setting.
Arkansas
$1200 – $1500 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – South Carolina
Part-time VA disability evaluations Thursdays and Fridays in central South Carolina.
South Carolina
$530 – $600 per day
Veterans Disability Examiner – El Paso, Texas
In-person VA compensation & pension exams with electronic documentation.
Texas
$550 – $600 per hour
Psychologist & Psychiatrist – Veterans Exams, Savannah
In-person and telehealth disability assessments for Veterans.
Georgia
$550 – $600 per day
Audiologist – Oregon Weekday Coverage
Weekday VA exam coverage with flexible monthly scheduling in Central Oregon.
Oregon
$470 – $512 per day
Part-Time Nurse Practitioner – Michigan VA Exams
Two-day weekday VA disability exams in a clinic setting.
Michigan
$500 – $550 per day
Veterans VA Disability Audiologist – Campbell, CA
Conduct in-person VA disability exams in Campbell, California.
California
$60 – $65 per hour
Compensation & Pension Examiner – Aberdeen, South Dakota
In-person VA disability assessments in Aberdeen, SD
South Dakota
$500 – $550 per day
Audiologist – Veterans Exams – Fairbanks, Alaska
Part-time disability exams, three set clinic days weekly
Alaska
$525 – $550 per hour
Behavioral Health Examiner – Alabama
Part-time VA disability evaluations three days weekly in northern Alabama.
Alabama
$530 – $590 per day
Part-Time Clinical Psychologist – South Carolina
Saturday VA disability evaluations in a structured clinic setting.
South Carolina
$575 – $625 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Arkansas
Two weekday VA disability evaluation days in eastern Arkansas.
Arkansas
$530 – $590 per day
Audiologist – California Flexible Clinic Schedule
Weekday VA exam coverage with flexible monthly scheduling in Northern California.
California
$500 – $550 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Minnesota Hybrid
Hybrid VA disability evaluations with telehealth and in-person coverage in Minnesota.
Minnesota
$530 – $590 per day
Audiologist – Louisiana Flexible Weekday Coverage
Weekday VA exam coverage with flexible monthly scheduling in western Louisiana.
Louisiana
$470 – $512 per day
Optometrist – VA Disability Exams – Fayetteville, North Carolina
Part-Time | 2–3 Days/Week | No refraction
North Carolina
$800 – $900 per day
Audiologist - Veteran Assessments - New Mexico
3-day/week schedule conducting VA disability audiology exams.
New Mexico
$550 – $550 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Florida
Full-time VA disability evaluations with weekday and weekend coverage in Central Florida.
Florida
$530 – $590 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Colorado VA Evaluations
Full-time weekday VA disability exams in a clinic setting.
Colorado
$500 – $550 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Texas Flexible Schedule
Behavioral Health Examiner – Texas Flexible Schedule
Texas
$530 – $590 per day
Primary Care Psychologist – Mississippi
Full-time in-person behavioral health integrated into primary care on the Gulf Coast.
Mississippi
$550 – $600 per day
Veterans Evaluation Psychologist – Lincoln, NE
Part-time, in-person VA disability assessments with low daily volume.
Nebraska
$500 – $550 per day
Audiology - Veteran exams - Biloxi, Mississippi
3-day/week schedule performing VA disability audiology exams.
Mississippi
$525 – $550 per day
Veteran Disability Examiner – Roswell, New Mexico
Weekday VA disability exams in Roswell clinic, no prescribing, focused Veteran assessments.
New Mexico
$450 – $500 per day
Part-Time Nurse Practitioner – Wyoming VA Exams
Two-day weekday VA disability exams in a structured clinic.
Wyoming
$525 – $550 per day
CT or MRI Technologist – Arizona
Full-time weekday imaging role with strong benefits and long-term stability.
Arizona
$39 – $49 per hour
Clinical Psychologist for VA Evaluations – Durango, CO
Part-time, in-person VA disability assessments with low daily volume.
Colorado
$600 – $650 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Georgia Hybrid
Flexible VA disability evaluations with limited in-person requirement in eastern Georgia.
Georgia
$530 – $590 per day
Certified Medical Assistant – Montana
Weekday clinic role supporting VA disability exams.
Montana
$22 – $25 per hour
Behavioral Health Examiner – California
Part-time VA disability evaluations with flexible weekly scheduling in Northern California.
California
$600 – $660 per day
Medical Assistant - La Crosse, WI
Supporting clinic operations and patient care in La Crosse, WI
Wisconsin
$176 – $192 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Maine
PRN Monday-only VA disability evaluations in northern Maine.
Maine
$530 – $590 per day
Family Medicine Physician – Los Angeles County, CA
Weekday outpatient primary care, no call or weekends
California
$140 – $145 per hour
Audiologist – Tennessee VA Evaluations
Weekday VA hearing exams in a structured clinic setting.
Tennessee
$500 – $550 per hour
Audiologist – New Mexico Full-Time Role
Full-time weekday VA exam clinic coverage in southern New Mexico.
New Mexico
$512 – $470 per day
Clinical Audiologist - Honolulu, HI
Full-time, on-site Veteran hearing assessments with predictable weekday hours.
Hawaii
$475 – $525 per day
Veteran Disability Examiner – Washington
Flexible exams for Veterans with electronic documentation
Washington
$650 – $700 per day
Full-Time VA Exam Nurse Practitioner – Texas
Weekday VA disability exams in a structured clinic setting.
Texas
$475 – $500 per day
General Medical Examiner – Texas VBA Examinations
Compensation & pension exam work with Veterans Affairs contract
Texas
$475 – $500 per day
C&P Disability Examiner – Killeen, Texas
In-person VA disability exams. No treatment. Structured weekday schedule.
Texas
$475 – $500 per day
Veterans Disability Examiner – Texas Compensation & Pension
In-person Veterans disability assessment role; one-time exams and VA documentation.
Texas
$475 – $500 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – California
One-time veteran behavioral health exams; no treatment.
California
$600 – $650 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Oklahoma VA Exams
Full-time weekday VA exams in a structured clinic setting.
Oklahoma
$475 – $500 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Arizona Full-Time
Full-time weekday VA disability evaluations in central Arizona.
Arizona
$450 – $550 per day
Optometrist for Veterans Disability Exams – Biloxi, Mississippi
Part Time Veteran Assessments - No refractiion, no treating, no prescribing
Mississippi
$800 – $800 per day
Part-Time Optometrist VA Exams – Mobile, Alabama
Two days per week. One to five Veteran exams per day. No treatment or prescribing, no refraction.
Alabama
$800 – $900 per day
Nurse Practitioner VA C&P Disability Exams – Travel
Part-time, travel-based NP conducting VA C&P evaluations.
Wisconsin
$500 – $525 per day
Full-Time VA Exam Nurse Practitioner –Louisiana
Weekday VA disability exams in a structured clinic setting.
Louisiana
$475 – $500 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Metairie, Louisiana – Flexible
3–4 weekday VA disability evaluation days in southern Louisiana.
Louisiana
$530 – $600 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Veterans Exams – El Paso, Texas
Full-time VA disability exams, predictable schedule, low exam volume
Texas
$500 – $475 per day
Behavioral Health Examiner – Duluth, Minnesota PRN
Flexible VA disability evaluations with weekly or monthly block scheduling in northern Minnesota.
Minnesota
$530 – $600 per day
Ophthalmologist for Veterans Disability Exams – Biloxi, Mississippi
Part time Ophthalmologist evaluation role supporting Veterans with flexible days
Mississippi
$1575 – $1600 per day
VA Disability Examiner – Fargo, ND
In-person VA disability exams. No treatment. Structured weekday schedule.
North Dakota
$500 – $475 per day
Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana
One day per week conducting structured VA exams in a clinic setting.
Louisiana
$500 – $620 per day
Compensation & Pension Exam Assistant – Minnesota
Weekday, in-person veteran exam support role in northern Minnesota.
Minnesota
$160 – $175 per day
Veterans Disability Examiner NP / PA – Redding, California
Weekday evaluation-only exams for U.S. Veterans
California
$75 – $80 per hour
TBI Provider – Middle Tennessee
0PRN or part-time TBI evaluations across Middle Tennessee with travel options.
Tennessee
$1600 – $1500 per day
Government Psychologist – Southeast Louisiana
Full-time psychologist supporting primary care behavioral health in southeast Louisiana.
Louisiana
$88 – $96 per hour
Part-Time Audiologist - Veteran Disability Exams
Part-time audiology exams for Veterans on Fridays and Saturdays in Dunwoody, Georgia.
Georgia
$450 – $500 per day
How it works
Tell us what you’re looking for
Share your specialty, preferred schedule, locations, and the type of environment you want to work in. You’ll be matched with a recruiter who learns your goals and supports you throughout the process.
You review and choose
the role you want
If we find an opportunity that matches your skills and interests, you will receive full details on the schedule, scope, compensation, environment, and requirements. We share roles that fit your goals with no pressure and no surprises.
We match you with the right opportunities
Your recruiter searches our vetted network of facilities to find roles that match your experience and preferences. Every opportunity is pre-screened for fit, expectations, and credentialing requirements before it reaches you.
Credentialing and onboarding
Once you select a role, we guide you through credentialing, licensing updates, and onboarding. We handle the admin and paperwork so you can focus on patient care.
How it works
Tell us what you’re looking for
Share your specialty, preferred schedule, locations, and the type of environment you want to work in. You’ll be matched with a recruiter who learns your goals and supports you throughout the process.
You review and choose
the role you want
If we find an opportunity that matches your skills and interests, you will receive full details on the schedule, scope, compensation, environment, and requirements. We share roles that fit your goals with no pressure and no surprises.
We match you with the right opportunities
Your recruiter searches our vetted network of facilities to find roles that match your experience and preferences. Every opportunity is pre-screened for fit, expectations, and credentialing requirements before it reaches you.
Credentialing and onboarding
Once you select a role, we guide you through credentialing, licensing updates, and onboarding. We handle the admin and paperwork so you can focus on patient care.
Looking for your next clinical opportunity?
Whether you want flexible shifts, long-term stability, or a role that better fits your lifestyle, Frontera helps you find opportunities aligned with your goals, with clear communication and support at every step.
Honest recruiting.
No pressure to take roles you don’t want.
Support through every assignment.
5.0/5
March 7, 2024
"I worked for a competitor of Frontera for several years and found them largely indifferent to clinicians’ needs. Frontera is different. They listen, respond quickly, and work to find solutions that benefit everyone involved."
5.0/5
August 13, 2025
"The work environment is supportive, and I value the high level of autonomy I have in the clinic. Management is always available when needed yet trusts us to do our jobs without micromanaging."
5.0/5
August 11, 2025
“I've worked with Frontera for 9 years now. I travel a lot with this company, which I enjoy. The hours are flexible, and I have found management to be supportive, fair, and trustworthy. I know they are always in my corner."
5.0/5
March 7, 2025
"Frontera works well with medical providers and are consistent with communications and scheduling. I have worked for Frontera for several years now and I have had consistent dependable work with good benefits."
5.0/5
August 5, 2025
"I have worked with Frontera for the last three years. They have been very helpful in supporting me and advocating on my behalf…very accessible and a company I would recommend."
5.0/5
January 17, 2026
"I appreciated that my recruiter at Frontera recognized that I cared about the veterans that I worked with…he was a good liaison that supported me. An agency with recruiters that develops good relationships with their employees is essential. I feel like Frontera has solid ethics toward their contractors, and I would definitely work for them again."
FAQs about family medicine physician career pathways and locum tenens opportunities
Q1: What types of facilities typically hire family medicine physicians today?
A1: Family medicine physicians are in high demand across outpatient clinics, primary care networks, urgent care centers, hospitalist programs, and government health systems. Many facilities also hire locum tenens physicians to fill gaps during expansion, staffing shortages, or seasonal fluctuations in patient volume. Frontera tracks openings across all major facility types to help physicians compare work settings and find roles that match their clinical interests.
Q2: How can a family medicine physician evaluate whether a locum tenens role is a good fit?
A2: Reviewing scope of practice, patient volume, charting expectations, and schedule structure helps determine whether an assignment aligns with your preferences. Locum tenens physicians often prioritize transparent details on work–life balance, facility onboarding, available support staff, and credentialing timelines. Frontera provides clear upfront information so physicians can make confident decisions before applying.
Q3: What factors influence compensation for family medicine physician roles?
A3: Compensation varies based on facility type, location, shift structure, and demanding trends.
Q4: How long does credentialing typically take for family medicine physicians starting a new assignment?
A4: Credentialing can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks depending on state requirements, facility processes, and whether the assignment is temporary or long-term. Locum tenens physicians who frequently change facilities may experience faster timelines when licensing documents are kept current. Frontera’s credentialing specialists work directly with facilities to streamline the process.
Q5: How do state licensing rules impact where family medicine physicians can accept new roles?
A5: Each state has unique medical licensure laws, and some participate in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, allowing faster approval for qualified physicians. For locum tenens physicians, compact eligibility can significantly expand available opportunities. Frontera regularly helps candidates identify states with faster licensing pathways that match their career goals.
Q6: What current trends are shaping opportunities for family medicine physicians?
A6: Growing patient demand, urgent care expansion, telemedicine adoption, and workforce shortages continue to increase the need for skilled family medicine physicians across the country. Facilities nationwide are evolving to attract top talent by offering greater scheduling flexibility, hybrid care models, and competitive packages for locum tenens physician roles. Frontera closely tracks these shifts to help physicians stay ahead of changing market demands.
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