Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 30-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Nov 2, 2026. This role involves covering Monday through Sunday shifts from 8a-8p across various sites, focusing on typical urgent care cases such as cold/flu symptoms, minor injuries, and requiring independent practice to manage a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services, covering shifts Monday through Sunday from 8a-8p.
• Travel between multiple client sites within a 30-mile radius.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Manage a wide range of urgent care cases, including cold/flu symptoms, rashes, abrasions, lacerations, sprains, and minor burns.
• Perform procedures such as suturing, wound care, incision and drainage (I&Ds), splinting, X-rays, EKGs, and drawing blood.
• Refer high acuity cases to the local emergency room as needed.
• Provide care for pediatric patients.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Emergency Medicine
• EMR: Epic
• Comfort with working independently is essential.
• Proficiency in suturing, wound care, I&Ds, splinting, X-rays, EKGs, drawing blood, and pediatric care is required.

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.