Locum Physician Assistant

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Pediatric Surgery PA in Georgia

About The Position
We are seeking a Pediatric Surgery Physician Assistant for a 96-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia. This role starts on Oct 20, 2025, and includes both day and night shifts, with a focus on night coverage due to higher patient needs. The Physician Assistant will handle pediatric surgery cases, including admissions, discharges, and consults, with a typical patient load of 20-50 per shift depending on the time.

Job Details

• Location: Georgia
• Start Date: Oct 20, 2025
• LOA: 96 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Surgery Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 3-4 shifts per month, 7a-7p or 7p-7a; Night shifts preferred

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage pediatric surgery cases including admissions, discharges, and consults
• Provide first assist in surgeries, if applicable (not required)
• Handle patient load of 20 during day shifts and 40-50 during night shifts
• Ensure high-quality care and patient safety

Additional Information

• Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Required Board Certification: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• Must hold a valid Georgia license
• Proficiency with the Epic EMR system

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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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry - ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between - you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need - greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you - so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal - to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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