Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in West Virginia. Starting Jan 5, 2026, this position offers coverage for day shifts, Monday through Sunday, with a flexible schedule of full-time (12+ shifts/month) or part-time (10+ shifts/month) options. The role requires providing care for patients of all ages in a fast-paced urgent care setting, utilizing the Epic EMR system.

Job Details

• Location: West Virginia
• Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
• LOA: 36 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Monday through Sunday, 8am-8pm; full-time (12+ shifts/month) or part-time (10+ shifts/month)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services for patients of all ages
• Independently assess and manage common urgent and emergent conditions
• Perform orthopedic procedures such as splinting
• Conduct wound care, including suturing, incision and drainage
• Interpret X-rays and EKGs
• Administer injections, draw blood, and manage IVs
• Document all patient encounters in Epic EMR
• Travel between assigned sites (within 30 miles) as needed

Additional Information

• Minimum 2 years of urgent care experience or 1 year of emergency medicine experience required
• Must be comfortable working independently
• Active West Virginia state license required
• Must hold current DEA and CSR licenses
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Board certification not required
• Must submit NPDB self-query (no more than 30 days old) with application
• Drug screen and background check within the last 12 months required upon offer
• Must indicate comfort level with suturing, wound care, splinting, X-rays, EKGs, blood draws, injections, and pediatrics during presentation

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.