Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Company : RecruitWell

Location : Altoona, PA, 16602

Posted Date : 3 October 2025

Job Type : Part Time

Category : Physicians & Surgeons

Occupation : Physician Assistant

Job Details

Locums - Emergency Medicine PALocation: Altoona & Everett, PAStart Date: November 3, 2025Setting: Emergency DepartmentLicense: Active PA State License - RequiredLocal/Drive-in Candidates Only - RequiredFacility: Will work at two locations Schedule & Shifts:

Shift Times: Primarily nights, 7 PM - 7 AM
Monthly Coverage: 4-6 shifts/month
Other Shift Times at Facility: 7a-7p, 9a-9p, 7p-7a
Physician Coverage: Always present overnight (MDs cover 3p-1a, 5p-3a, and 9p-7a)

Clinical Scope:

Patients/Hour: 1-2
Patient Mix:
Adults: 80%
Pediatrics: 20%

Case Types:

Focus on lower acuity ED cases

Typical procedures: I&Ds, laceration repairs

No invasive procedures required (e.g., intubations, central lines, LPs)

Expected to evaluate all complaint types, but critical patients seen by MDs

Specialties Available:

24/7 Trauma, Acute Surgery, Crisis Counselors

Cardiology (cath lab), OBGYN, Neuro, GI, Ortho, Peds Hospitalists, etc. Certifications & Experience:

PA License: Required
Experience: Minimum 2 years in Emergency Medicine - Required
Certifications:
BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA or Red Cross only) - Required
Stroke Certification - Required
ATLS - Not required

Key Notes for Recruiters:

PAs Only (No NPs will be considered)
Night-heavy schedule ideal for local providers seeking part-time, supplemental work
ED well-supported by physician presence and specialty backup
No procedural burden; focus on efficient lower-acuity patient management

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