Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - General Needed in GA

Job Description

Our client in Georgia is seeking a dedicated General Surgery Physician Assistant for a 148-day assignment starting Aug 5, 2026. This role involves assisting surgeons exclusively in the operating room with non-urgent surgical cases across various specialties, including general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, urology, and ENT, with no outpatient clinic duties or call expectations. Cases may occasionally extend beyond 5pm.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform surgical assisting duties exclusively in the operating room.
• Support surgical cases across various specialties including General Surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, and Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
• Collaborate with a surgical team typically consisting of a surgeon, scrub tech, circulating RN, and CRNA.
• Manage a daily census of 10-30 scheduled non-urgent cases per week, with an average of 90-110 weekly cases.
• Adhere to a schedule that may occasionally extend past 5pm.
• No outpatient clinic responsibilities.
• No call is expected.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery, Urology, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
• EMR: Epic
• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60 days

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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