Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Trauma Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Surgery - Trauma Physician Assistant for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Feb 1, 2026. This opportunity features 12-hour inpatient shifts, 8-10 per month, covering both trauma and emergency general surgery at a Trauma Center.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Start Date: Feb 1, 2026
• LOA: 30 days
• Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Trauma Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Inpatient coverage Monday through Sunday; 12-hour shifts (7a-7p days and 7p-7a nights); 8-10 shifts per month; no call required

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform central line placement, chest tube placement, incision and drainage procedures, laceration repairs, and wound debridement
• Provide inpatient coverage for Trauma and Emergency General Surgery services
• Participate in morning rounds and first assist in the operating room
• Evaluate and manage new emergency general surgery consults
• Manage the inpatient service, including trauma activations and critical care management
• Treat typical cases such as cholecystectomy, appendectomy, trauma exploratory laparotomy, colon resections, Graham patch repairs, and hernia repairs

Additional Information

• Must have active Physician Assistant licensure in Pennsylvania
• Board certified status required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• DEA and CSR licenses required
• Certifications required: ACLS, ATLS, BLS, PALS
• IMLC not accepted
• No bariatric or foregut cases

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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