Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Anesthesiology - General/Other in Lenoir, NC
LocumJobsOnline, Lenoir
About The Position
Wellhart is seeking an experienced Pain Management Physician Assistant for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. Starting on 11/10/2025, this position involves working 8-hour shifts (7am - 3pm) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for a total of 3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with pain medicine interventions, including injections and neuromodulation, as well as medical management. Responsibilities include managing follow-up appointments, medication management, and developing treatment plans for both chronic and acute pain patients. This role offers the opportunity to work independently while receiving ongoing training and support from on-site physicians in the latest pain management techniques.
Job Details:
Location: North Carolina
Start Date: 11/10/2025
LOA: 72 days
Provider Type Needed: Pain Management Physician Assistant
Schedule: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, 7am - 3pm
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform pain medicine interventions, including injections and neuromodulation
• Manage follow-up appointments and medication regimens
• Develop and implement treatment plans for chronic and acute pain patients
• Collaborate with on-site physicians for ongoing training and support
• Utilize the latest methods for diagnosing and treating pain
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using Epic EHR system
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout treatment
• Work independently while maintaining open communication with the healthcare team
Additional Information:
• Must hold an active North Carolina Physician Assistant license
• Experience with Epic EHR preferred
• Opportunity for assignment extension may be available
• Potential for full-time position (6 months) after initial assignment
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Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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About Wellhart, LLC
Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.
Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart's ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.
Whether you're a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:
Travel the United States and see new places.
Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
Set your own schedule.
Earn more money than permanent providers.
Experience new practice settings.
Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.
Join the Wellhart team!