Physician Assistant - Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma. This opportunity begins on Jan 19, 2026, for a 48-day contract, offering night shifts of 3 x 12 hours per week in a closed mixed acuity PICU setting. The schedule requires a minimum of three 12-hour shifts per month, with most shifts occurring from 7pm to 7am. The position involves ventilator management (no ECMO) within a 34-bed unit, supported by 24/7 physician coverage.

Job Details

• Location: Oklahoma
• Start Date: Jan 19, 2026
• LOA: 48 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 3 x 12-hour night shifts per week (7pm to 7am); minimum of 3 shifts per month; 4-6 night shifts per month or 50 percent of offered shifts as nights

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide acute care management for pediatric patients in a mixed acuity PICU
• Manage ventilator support for patients (excluding ECMO)
• Collaborate with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Respond to acute changes in patient status and initiate appropriate interventions
• Document care activities in the Epic EMR system
• Participate in handoffs and interdisciplinary rounds as required

Additional Information

• Must hold an active Oklahoma license
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
• Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC) certification required if candidate is a nurse practitioner
• Experience in pediatric acute care and ventilator management strongly preferred
• Pediatric patient population

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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