Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine Needed in CA

  • ID: 219698B
  • Updated June 19th, 2026

  • Job ID 219698B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Emergency Medicine
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in California, starting Jul 6, 2026. This role involves working independent of Physician supervision during all night shifts, from 4PM to 2AM, managing a variety of low acuity ER cases including chest pain, undifferentiated abdominal pain, pelvic exams, lacerations, and headaches.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Work independent of Physician supervision
  • Manage low acuity ER cases in a fast track setting
  • Assess and treat patients presenting with chest pain, undifferentiated abdominal pain, and headaches
  • Perform pelvic exams, treat lacerations, and conduct eye exams using slit lamps
  • Authorize technicians to perform splints


Additional Information

  • Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
  • EMR: Epic


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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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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