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About The Position
We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Montana. This opportunity begins on Jan 12, 2026, and features a Monday through Friday schedule from 8am to 5pm with significant on-call responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a state hospital setting and be licensed in Montana.
Job Details
- Location: Montana
- Start Date: Jan 12, 2026
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with heavy on-call; on-call schedule coordinated with medical clinic staff
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide primary medical care to patients of the state hospital during scheduled clinic times, clinical unit rounds, unscheduled visits, and after-hours on-call coverage
- Perform initial (within 24 hours of admission) and yearly physical examinations for extended care patients
- Evaluate and treat patients with complex medical and psychiatric problems
- Offer expert medical consultation to attending psychiatrists and nursing staff
- Complete documentation, write reports, and conduct evaluations as required by hospital policies and regulations
- Provide medical clinic leadership under the direction of the Medical Director
- Consult with internal and external professionals, including physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and attorneys, to support patient care decisions
- Participate in hospital treatment team functions and serve on committees as assigned
- Support and participate in continuing education and training programs for staff
- Maintain liaison communication with community physicians and mental health professionals
Additional Information
- Experience with state hospital settings is required
- Must hold an active Montana license
- Basic understanding of major psychiatric diagnoses and their interaction with medical conditions is necessary
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What 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.
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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
