Locums Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Opportunity Job Opportunity- Altoona, Pennsylvania
Glencoe, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
PhD
DHS/DHSc
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Location
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job Description
Last Update:
1/28/25
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Emergency Medicine team. This part-time locum tenens position focuses on delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced emergency department environment.
The role includes night shifts (7 PM - 7 AM), covering 5-6 shifts per month. Occasional coverage for other shifts may also be required. This position also includes responsibilities at UPMC Altoona, offering opportunities to collaborate across facilities.
- Provide direct care to a mix of adult (80%) and pediatric (20%) emergency department patients.
- Manage and treat lower acuity cases, including procedures such as I&Ds and laceration repairs.
- Collaborate with attending physicians for higher-acuity or critically ill cases.
- Perform administrative tasks such as radiology and lab reviews when required.
- Maintain certifications and participate in mandatory training, including EMTALA education and stroke CME.
Job Responsibilities
Manage and treat lower acuity cases, including procedures such as I&Ds and laceration repairs.
Collaborate with attending physicians for higher-acuity or critically ill cases.
Perform administrative tasks such as radiology and lab reviews when required.
Maintain certifications and participate in mandatory training, including EMTALA education and stroke CME.
Qualifications
Licensure: Active Pennsylvania state license.
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Department experience is required.
NIH Stroke Scale certification must be kept current.
Working Hours
Additional Shifts: 7 AM - 7 PM, 9 AM - 9 PM, as needed.
Physicians are available for supervision during night shifts.
Skills
Competence in minor procedures, including wound care, laceration repair, and I&D.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.