Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - General Needed in NC

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant - Surgery - General for a 90-day assignment in North Carolina. This role offers a M-F 5x8 schedule from 7a to 330p, starting Oct 7, 2026. The position primarily involves rounding on post-surgical patients, seeing in-patient consults for facial trauma, and providing telehealth consults for outside institutions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Primarily (70%) rounding on post-surgical patients on the floor
• 30% seeing in-patient consults for facial trauma
• Providing telehealth consults for facial trauma for outside institutions

Additional Information

• Required Board Certification: Plastic Surgery
• EMR System: Epic
• Experience in a Trauma Facility
• Experience with Peds Trauma
• Fellowship required
• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 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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