Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Neurocritical Care Needed in North Carolina

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant specializing in Neurocritical Care for our client in North Carolina, for a 91-day assignment starting around Dec 26, 2024. The schedule involves rotating 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am shifts, with a 7 on 7 off rotation, providing critical care within a Level 1 trauma center’s neuroscience ICU service. This role is integral to a large, established clinical neuroscience team, requiring expertise in advanced ICU-level procedures.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive care within a Neuroscience ICU service
• Manage patients in a Level 1 trauma setting
• Collaborate with an established clinical neuroscience team, including neurosurgeons and neurologists
• Perform ICU-level procedures such as arterial lines, central lines, lumbar punctures, and vent management
• Contribute to 24/7 coverage within a dedicated NSICU team

Additional Information

• EMR: Epic
• Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: No Call
• LOA: 91 Days
• Staffing Mix: 9 neurosurgeons, 9 APPs in a Level 1 trauma 974-bed hospital

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities