Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a locum tenens opportunity in New York. This assignment begins Dec 15, 2025, spans 120 days, and features 12-hour rotating shifts with a minimum of seven shifts per month. The provider will deliver ER coverage in a dynamic acute care setting.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Dec 15, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a), 7+ shifts per month

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide emergency room coverage and acute patient care
• Perform patient assessments and initial diagnostics
• Initiate treatment plans and manage trauma, cardiac, and pediatric emergencies
• Collaborate with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Respond to urgent and emergent medical cases promptly
• Document all patient encounters and procedures accurately

Additional Information

• Active New York license and DEA required
• ANCC or AANP certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certifications required
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine required
• Must be comfortable with all aspects of emergency care

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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