Barton Associates
Pediatrics Physician Assistant
Barton Associates - Dallas
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Overview
We are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team in Texas. This locum tenens assignment begins on Oct 6, 2025, and offers a 13-week contract with potential for extension. The role involves 10-14 shifts per month, each lasting 13 hours, providing coverage in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
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Benefits
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
Job Details
- Location: Texas
- Start Date: Oct 6, 2025
- LOA: 13 weeks
- Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: 13 hour shifts, 10-14 shifts per month
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations, including psychological assessments, tailored to pediatric patients in critical care.
- Develop and evaluate patient care plans based on synthesized data and evidence; order and interpret diagnostic studies.
- Demonstrate proficiency in procedural skills relevant to pediatric critical care.
- Provide management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Participate in quality initiatives and research projects relevant to pediatric critical care.
- Ensure application of evidence-based practices in patient care.
Additional Information
- Required Board Certifications: Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC)
- Must be licensed to practice in Texas
- Proficiency with the Epic EMR system is essential
Apply now to learn more!
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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.