Locum Tenens Physician Assistant
Staffing shortages shouldn’t hold your practice back. Our locum tenens physician assistant is ready to fill in.
Don't Let Staffing Gaps Disrupt Your Practice
Is your front desk officer asking for a two-week vacation? Or did your MA leave your office for another job? Such staffing gaps can cause disruptions in your practice operations, compromising patient care.
VirtualCare Assistants is now launching its locum tenens model, where our assistants can take over the place of your outgoing admin staff. Whether you need an assistant for a week or forever, we have got you covered.
Bilingual Assistants
Got Spanish-speaking patients? Hire a bilingual virtual medical assistant to fill that communication gap for better care.
US-based Assistants
We provide locum tenens assistants from around the world, including the US. They understand the culture better than anyone else.
Medical Graduates
Our virtual assistants come from medical backgrounds, which gives them leverage over other non-medical assistants.
Our Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Services
Medical Receptionist
A locum medical receptionist handles all your front desk operations to enhance patient satisfaction. Our skilled front desk assistant not only answers your calls but also manages other admin tasks such as appointment scheduling, follow-ups, and emails.
Medical Billing
Locum tenens billing experts fill in for your leaving billers. Our expert medical billing assistants have experience in managing billing operations for over 50 specialties. We manage your claim submissions, denials, and reach out to patients for any outstanding balance.
Medical Coding
Locum tenens coding assistants help you keep your codes accurate when your onsite staff is not available. VirtualCare Assistants helps you with charge entry to ensure minimal denials. We use the right CPT codes with ICD codes to ensure timely reimbursements.
Medical Scribe
A locum tenens scribe is all you need to reduce the gap between you and your billing team. Our virtual medical scribe can step in to fulfill your staffing demands. We ensure HIPAA-compliant, accurate documentation so nothing slips through the cracks.
Remote Patient Monitoring
VirtualCare Assistants also offers locum tenens remote patient monitoring assistants. We work remotely with your patients, taking readings, following up on appointments, and providing medication refills to ensure the well-being of your chronic patients.
Dispatching Assistant
Our healthcare dispatching assistant connects your nurses with patients for home nursing services. We stay on the phone to ensure no patient is left unattended. Our locum tenens physician assistant can handle any type of healthcare dispatching service.
Try Our Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Free Of Cost
VirtualCare Assistants is offering a free trial for up to five days, depending on the type of assistance you need. We welcome healthcare providers who want to experience the real difference a locum tenens physician assistant can make. Schedule a free consultation to share the challenges you have been facing with your practice. Our team is ready to take on new challenges every other day.
Supporting All Leading EHR and EMR Platforms
The Difference Our Locum Tenens Make
All of our procedures are backed by HIPAA regulations to protect your practice from unwanted audits and penalties.
Our locum tenens physician assistants take tasks off your plate, protecting you from burnout.
Our bilingual assistants make your patients feel comfortable, no matter where they belong.
We manage all your tasks professionally. Our team ensures there are no gaps or pitfalls in your practice operations.
Improved revenue cycle management gives you better collections. Our billers make every effort to get that bill paid.
Our locum tenens physician assistants build your practice’s rapport for providing quality patient care.
Hear From Our Partner Healthcare Providers
Justin Matar2025-07-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Abby has been working for me for a few months now. Since he has started, my no-show rate has dropped by approximately 80%, my patients are very happy with the quick responses from him, and he has improved my practice efficiency tremendously. I highly recommend him as an assistant and I also highly recommend going with VirtualCare Assistants for any needs. Annette Savage-Hunter2025-06-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Practice was struggling to meet the needs of our bilingual clients; I'm so happy to be working with Sarah and Santiago. There's no turning back now. Santiago has enhanced the workflow of insurance verification and follow up calls. Our clients have reported, Santiago is friendly polite and helpful. Working with Sarah and Santiago has proven to be a valuable asset. Benito Lopez2025-05-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alice and Saad --I want to take a moment to recognize thank you for the incredible work. Your commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and patient care is truly commendable. This team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure authorizations are handled promptly, reducing delays in care and improving patient outcomes. Corissa Forrest2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have had the pleasure of working with Nora and Sarah as our virtual receptionist assistants, and their performance has consistently exceeded expectations. Nora and Sarah bring a level of professionalism, efficiency, and meticulous attention to detail that sets them apart in this field. From day one, Nora and Sarah have demonstrated an exceptional ability to manage client communications seamlessly, ensuring that every call, message, and inquiry is handled with care and precision. Her proactive approach to problem-solving and her intuitive understanding of client needs have made her an invaluable part of our front-facing operations. What truly distinguishes Nora is her attention to detail. She takes the time to understand each client’s preferences and specific requirements, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. Whether it's scheduling appointments, forwarding messages, or greeting callers with warmth and consistency, Nora delivers a personalized experience that enhances our brand's reputation for professionalism. In a role that requires both reliability and discretion, Nora consistently proves herself to be dependable, courteous, and highly capable. She not only supports our operations but actively contributes to a positive and polished first impression for everyone who contacts our business. We highly recommend Nora and or Sarah to any organization looking for a virtual receptionist who combines skill, dedication, and an exceptional eye for detail. She is a true asset to any team. Thank you both for your continued hard work. Indy Springborn2025-04-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeffrey and Ben are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! They go above and beyond to help and are always friendly and efficient! They are truly appreciated in my line of work & Im super grateful!!!!! 😁 Calan Murphy2025-04-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff has been great at helping with all our scheduling needs. VMA VCA makes our interactions with clients prompt and concise. Extremely helpful! deepak solomon2025-04-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You guys are the best , timely manner, responsible, reasonable , To depend on .one of the best service . Keep up the good work Eric Nehl2025-04-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff is a great dispatcher and is a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and ability to communicate makes him excel at his job and it shows. Jeff always responds in a timely matter if I have any questions or concerns. I am glad to be apart of a team with Jeff.
Hiring A Locum Tenens Assistant Made Simple
Consultation Call
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VirtualCare Assistants always get started with a detailed consultation call, where we understand your unique requirements and challenges.
Shortlisting/Interviews
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Our team then shares candidate resumes for shortlisting and interviews. We can also shortlist the best candidates on your behalf.
Locum Tenens Onboarding
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Our onboarding process focuses on training the candidate on your tools and aligning them with your practice’s workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Locum Tenens is a healthcare professional who steps in temporarily when another is away. The concept of locum tenens can be applied to doctors, physicians, nurse practitioners, and even medical assistants.
Yes. VirtualCare Assistants is now presenting its newly introduced locum tenens virtual medical assistant model to healthcare providers. Our virtual MAs fill in for your absent staff, virtually managing front/back office tasks without delay.
Our assistants are trained to support billing operations, including charge entry, patient statements, and claim follow-up. You can also convert our locum tenens billing assistant into a full-time virtual medical biller.
Absolutely. That's the core of our locum model.
We offer a free 5-day trial so you can experience the fit and workflow before committing.