Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Hospitalist Needed in AZ
- ID: 216887B
- Updated April 8th, 2026
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- Job ID 216887B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Hospitalist
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Hospitalist
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State AZ
- Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Duration 30 Days
Job Description
Our client in Arizona is seeking a dedicated Hospitalist Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment starting Jul 7, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive hospitalist services, including admitter shifts and rounding, within a trauma facility. The schedule requires working a mix of 12-hour day (7a-7p) and night (7p-7a) shifts, ensuring continuous patient care.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive hospitalist services, including admitter shifts and rounding, at a trauma facility.
- Manage an average of 12-14 patient encounters per shift.
- Work both 7a-7p rounding/admitter shifts and 7p-7a night shifts as needed.
- Contribute to patient care.
Additional Information
- Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC), Hospital Medicine.
- EMR System: Cerner.
- Experience with trauma facilities required.
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided