Pediatric Critical Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Pennsylvania
Job Reference: ORD-226740-PA-PA | Title: PA (Pediatric Critical Care Physician Associate) | Dates Needed: ASAP | Shift Type: Day Shift, Night Shift | Assignment Type: Inpatient | Call Required: No | Board Certification Required: Yes | Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This hospital is seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Physician Associate for locum tenens coverage in the PCICU. The facility provides comprehensive pediatric critical care services supported by multiple APPs and attending physicians. Clinical infrastructure and staffing are in place to support inpatient pediatric critical care coverage throughout the assignment.
Location
This state offers a range of regional attractions and diverse experiences for clinicians on assignment. Outdoor enthusiasts will find opportunities for hiking, exploration of natural landscapes, and year-round recreational activities. Urban areas throughout the state provide additional dining, arts, and entertainment options, making it a well-rounded destination for those on locum tenens assignment.
Responsibilities
A board-certified Pediatric Critical Care Physician Associate is required to provide inpatient coverage in the PCICU, working 12-hour day shifts and 14-hour night shifts, with approximately 60% of shifts designated as nights. Clinicians will manage 5 patients during day shifts and 7 patients during night shifts. The role requires collaboration with 1-2 additional APPs and an attending physician to maintain continuity of care.
- Provide inpatient coverage in the PCICU
- Work 12-hour day shifts and 14-hour night shifts (approximately 60% night shifts)
- Manage 5 patients during day shifts, 7 patients during night shifts
- Collaborate with 1-2 additional APPs and an attending physician
Requirements
- Board certification required
- Prescriptive authority required
- Inpatient pediatric critical care experience
Assignment Details
- Case load: 5 patients during day shifts, 7 patients during night shifts
- Support staff: 1-2 APPs, 1 attending physician
- Patient population: Pediatrics
- Location type: On-site
- Prescriptive authority required: Yes
- Government facility: No
- Shift times: 12-hour day shifts and 14-hour night shifts; 60% of shifts are nights
- Call required: No
- Assignment type: Inpatient locum tenens
- Dates needed: ASAP
- Job duration: Locums