Emergency Department Physician Assistant (Locum Contract)

Location: Tahlequah, OK
Engagement Type: Contract (Locums)
Project: WWH ER Providers FY25 A2

Role Summary

Hospital is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Physician Assistant to provide backfill and ED overflow coverage. This high-impact locum role requires flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to manage both adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver emergency care in an ED overflow environment (adults & pediatrics).

• Perform patient assessments, order/interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient medical records.

• Collaborate with attending physicians, residents, and the ED team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

• Manage patient ratios of 1:6 or fewer within a 17-bed department.

• Participate in compliance, training, and team meetings.

Qualifications

Education/Training (one of the following):

• Completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved postgraduate training program in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, or Medicine/Pediatrics OR

• Completion of 1 year in an approved postgraduate program in a primary care specialty (with residency director approval) OR

• One year postgraduate training plus two years of active primary care practice.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Active Oklahoma PA license (required)

• OBNDD with CNHS address (required)

• Oklahoma DEA with CNHS address (or ability to obtain)

• BLS, ACLS, PALS (required)

Experience:

• Pediatric experience (required)

• Emergency Department experience preferred (recent grads with ED rotations considered)

• Prior locums experience with Cerner EMR and ED workflow preferred

• Procedure logs required

Skills:

• Flexibility to cover 13+ shifts per month (days/nights/weekends)

• Ability to manage ED overflow patients safely & efficiently

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Work Environment

• Setting: 17-bed Emergency Department

• Schedule: Rotating shifts (days, nights, weekdays, weekends)

• Patient Ratio: 1:6 or fewer

• Collaborative, fast-paced hospital environment focused on high-quality patient care

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