Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Critical Care ICU - Night Shift - Atlanta, GA

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Critical Care ICU Night Shift in Atlanta, GA. 26-week locum opportunity with competitive pay $3,510-$4,160/week.

Join a high-acuity ICU team in Atlanta, GA as a locum tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) specializing in Critical Care. This full-time night shift ICU job places you at the center of a multi-specialty, medical-surgical community hospital where you will work alongside intensivists, attending physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional care to critically ill patients.

• Location: Atlanta, GA 30342 - North side Atlanta; ideal for candidates searching for Atlanta healthcare jobs and Georgia locum tenens opportunities. Located in the heart of Atlanta's vibrant healthcare community, the 30342 area offers access to renowned medical centers, diverse amenities, and a thriving urban environment. Professionals enjoy proximity to top-rated restaurants, cultural attractions, and beautiful parks, making it an appealing location for both work and leisure.
• Setting: Community hospital ICU (multi-specialty, medical-surgical) - critical care/ICU role
• Start Date: July 1, 2026
• End Date: December 31, 2026
• Duration: 26 weeks (locum tenens assignment)
• Shift: Full-time night shift (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, 3 shifts per week) - ICU night shift PA position
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,510 - $4,160

• Active Physician Assistant license (national and Georgia state) - PA-C credential preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ICU or critical care setting
• Proficiency in ICU procedures, including central and arterial line insertions (case logs required for credentialing)
• Ability to work independently on night shift and collaborate effectively with intensivists, attending MDs, and multidisciplinary ICU teams
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred; strong documentation and order entry skills required

• Manage critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU (typical census 10-15 patients per APP) with attending physician support
• Collaborate with attending physicians and intensivists to develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans
• Conduct ongoing patient assessments, interpret diagnostic testing, and communicate findings clearly with ICU nursing staff and consultants
• Complete thorough documentation including H&Ps, consults, event/follow-up notes, procedure notes, and orders in the EMR
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds each shift and contribute to coordinated patient care decisions
• Perform invasive ICU procedures, including central line and arterial line insertions, in accordance with hospital credentialing and case-log requirements

Apply now for this locum tenens Physician Assistant (Critical Care / ICU) night shift opportunity in Atlanta, GA. Join our ICU team and advance your critical care career with a reputable community hospital. Apply now to be considered for this Atlanta healthcare job.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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