Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Virginia, starting Mar 1, 2026, for 36 days. This opportunity involves a majority of shifts at a Montgomery facility, with 12-hour and 8-hour schedules spanning day and night coverage. The practice supports an emergency department and includes work at a Trauma Center with substantial physician and NP/PA coverage.

Job Details

• Location: Virginia
• Facility Type: Hospital (Trauma Center)
• Start Date: Mar 1, 2026
• LOA: 36 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Montgomery shifts are 7am-7pm, 2pm-10pm, and 7pm-7am; additional shifts at Christiansburg are 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am; majority of shifts at Montgomery facility

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide acute care for emergency department patients, including initial assessment, diagnosis, and management
• Collaborate with physicians and other advanced practice providers to deliver care within a Trauma Center
• Manage a variety of emergency cases
• Participate in both day and night shift rotations to ensure continuous patient coverage
• Document patient encounters in accordance with facility policies
• Adhere to all regulatory and hospital requirements

Additional Information

• Must have active Virginia PA license prior to credentialing
• DEA registration required
• Emergency Medicine certification required; Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certification (ENP) also accepted
• Experience in high-volume emergency settings preferred

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.