Our client is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment in Illinois, commencing Aug 17, 2026. This role involves serving as a full-time Crisis Worker within a busy Emergency Department, with APP shifts covering 8a-8p and 5p-5a, seven days per week, requiring night and weekend availability. The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive care to adults, geriatrics, and a small percentage of pediatric patients (10-15%), performing essential emergency medicine procedures including laceration repair, joint reductions, and incision and drainage.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as a full-time Crisis Worker within the Emergency Department.
• Provide patient care for a diverse population including adults, geriatrics, and a small percentage of pediatric cases (10-15%).
• Perform standard emergency medicine procedures.
• Conduct laceration repair and suturing.
• Execute joint reductions.
• Perform incision and drainage.

Additional Information

• EMR system utilized is Epic.
• Active Illinois license required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications are necessary.
• APP shifts are 8a-8p and 5p-5a, seven days per week, requiring night and weekend availability.
• The facility is a Trauma Center.

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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