Physician Assistant / Critical Care / Pennsylvania / Locum Tenens / Locum Critical Care | Nurse Practitiner/Physician Assistant

Location: Lancaster PAPay: $115.00-125.00 per hourAssignment Length: Initial 13-week contractPotential to extendStart Date: As soon as credentialedOpenings: 1Details: Full-time coverage needed, 36 hrs per week10-bed ICULevel II trauma centerEMR: CernerCredentialing: 60-120 daysRequirements:Active Pennsylvania licenseBoard certificationAHA BLS and ACLS certificationsMinimum 1-year Critical Care experienceTravel Benefits:If you reside greater than 50 miles from the facility you are eligible for travel benefits. You will have your travel and lodging arranged by our travel department and paid for in full.Provided Travel Expenses:Round-trip flightRental car and fuelMileage reimbursement (in lieu of flight and rental car)LodgingJob Responsibilities (Generalized):Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditionsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plansOrder and interpret diagnostic testsPrescribe medications and manage chronic conditionsProvide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and PA or NP specialtyCollaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated careDocument patient care accurately and thoroughlySkills:Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patientsProficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialtyCritical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditionsTime management skills to efficiently manage a patient workloadAbility to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare teamEducation Requirements:Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited programMaster of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)Licenses & Certifications:Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in PennsylvaniaNational certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in PennsylvaniaNational certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])Experience:While specific requirements may vary, most locum PA and NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialtyAdditional Notes:Locum tenens PA and NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilitiesThese positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing PAs and NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workloadJob Type: Full-timePay: $115.00 - $125.00 per hourMedical Specialty:Critical & Intensive CareSchedule:12 hour shiftWork Location: In person