Location: Springfield MO Pay: $145.00-165.00 per hour Assignment Length:
Initial 13-week contract
Potential to extend
Start Date: October 13, 2025 Openings: 1 Details:
Inpatient, OR, Clinic & Call coverage
EMR: EPIC
Credentialing: 90 days
Requirements:
Willing to await licensure
Board certification
AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
Minimum 1-year Cardiothoracic Surgery experience
Travel 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 flight
Rental car and fuel
Mileage reimbursement (in lieu of flight and rental car)
Lodging
Job Responsibilities (Generalized):
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and PA specialty
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
Document patient care accurately and thoroughly
Skills:
Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team
Education Requirements:
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited program
Licenses & Certifications:
Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in Missouri
National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Experience:
While specific requirements may vary, most locum PA positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty
Additional Notes:
Locum tenens PA positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities
These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing PAs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload
Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $145.00 - $165.00 per hour Work Location: In person