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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma - Redding, CA

Join a leading facility in Redding, California, as a Trauma Physician Assistant (PA) supporting a Level II Trauma Center. Enjoy flexible scheduling with multiple available dates, competitive weekly pay, comprehensive medical benefits, and full support from a dedicated team. This exciting opportunity is perfect for providers with trauma or critical care experience seeking impactful work in a reputable hospital setting.


Why Apply?


  • Multiple dates available including September and October 2026, with shifts from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

  • Competitive pay packages and full benefits, including weekly pay via direct deposit and licensure reimbursements

  • Opportunity to support a transformative trauma program at a well-respected hospital in Redding, CA


Quick Facts

  • Location: Mercy Medical Center, 2175 Rosaline Avenue, Redding, CA 96001

  • Start Date: 08/08/2026

  • Duration: Ongoing locum coverage with specific dates as listed

  • Shift: 3 p.m. – 1 a.m. (evening shift)

  • Hours/Week: Varies based on scheduled dates

  • Employment Type: Locum/Contract

  • Licenses/Certs: CA Medical License, DEA, ACLS, BLS (required)

  • Experience: Trauma, critical care, or emergency medicine experience preferred


Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay Rate: $0.00 per hour (details discussed upon application)

  • Benefits:

    • Competitive pay packages

    • Weekly pay via direct deposit

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (W-2)

    • Robust referral bonus program

    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements

    • Paid sick leave as mandated by law




What You’ll Do

  • Conduct patient history and physical exams, make assessments, and develop treatment plans

  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests (x-rays, labs, studies)

  • Recognize emergent situations and initiate appropriate treatment

  • Counsel patients on health issues, medications, and management of their conditions

  • Assist in patient admissions, discharges, and coordinating ongoing care

  • Facilitate referrals to other healthcare providers and community resources

  • Support trauma team as a surgical first or second assist (training/competency required)

  • Participate in robotic-assisted surgeries as an OR bedside assistant (if qualified)

  • Perform basic emergency procedures: wound closures, foreign body removal, fracture management, chest tube placement, and more


What You Need

Required:


  • Active CA PA license and DEA registration

  • Trauma or critical care experience

  • BLS and ACLS certifications

  • Ability to work independently with good clinical judgment



Preferred:


  • Experience in Level II Trauma Centers or emergency settings

  • Surgical assisting or robotic surgery experience

  • Prior locum work


About the Assignment

This assignment involves providing critical trauma coverage in a busy Level II Trauma Center, supporting an on-call trauma surgeon with a team of dedicated providers. The role includes clinical assessments, diagnostic ordering, patient management, and assisting in surgeries (where qualified). Handling an average of 20-25 ICU patients daily, providers will play a vital role in patient care, including trauma resuscitations, procedures, and post-acute management. Support staff includes another Trauma NP/PA working weekdays, with collaboration encouraged across the team.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife



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Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Post Date: Aug 08, 2026
Profession: Advanced Practitioner
Job Type: PA
Specialty: Physician Assistant
Location: California - Redding
Job Reference: 69644
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