Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine Needed in WV
- ID: 205707B
- Updated May 16th, 2025
- Job ID 205707B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Emergency Medicine
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State WV
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 60 Days
Job Description
Barton Associates is seeking experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants for a pre-credentialing opportunity at a high-volume hospital Emergency Department in West Virginia. This position involves building a roster of 5-10 Emergency Medicine MDs and APPs for future coverage needs. The assignment will start on 08/04/2025 for a 60-day period, with various shift types available including day, night, and swing shifts. The ED is associated with an Academic Medical Center and utilizes a double physician coverage model with additional APP support. Successful candidates will be comfortable managing a wide range of emergency medicine cases in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details:
Location: West Virginia
Facility Type: Hospital
Start Date: 08/04/2025
LOA: 60 days
Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Schedule: Various shifts (day, night, swing)
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide emergency medical care for a diverse patient population
• Manage high-acuity cases in a busy ED setting
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system
• Participate in the APP coverage model
• Adapt to varying shift schedules as needed
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Adhere to all hospital protocols and safety standards
• Contribute to the academic environment of the medical center
Additional Information:
• Must be licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of West Virginia
• Experience in emergency medicine required
• Comfort with high-volume emergency departments desired
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required
• Flexibility to work various shift types
• Opportunity for multiple site credentialing within the health system
Apply now to learn more!
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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided