Critical Care/ICU/PICU/NICU Physician Assistant

Job Description Join a dynamic inpatient pediatric critical care team at a leading children's hospital, providing round the clock monitoring and collaborative support before and after surgery. This Locum Tenens role offers a six month contract with a focus on intensive care, call coverage, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Dayshift schedule with flexible start date. Key Details

Assignment Type:

Locum Tenens Setting:

Inpatient (Hospital) Start Date:

ASAP Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Days) Patient Population:

Pediatric Location:

Corpus Christi, TX Stipends:

Housing and travel options can be discussed for non local candidates Benefits

Weekly direct deposit Malpractice insurance with tail coverage Supportive credentialing assistance Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable) Job Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive pediatric critical care in the CICU, including pre and post operative monitoring. Participate in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff. Respond to minimum call requirements and assist with emergency interventions as needed. Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR). Maintain compliance with hospital policies, credentialing standards, and ongoing specialty education. Qualifications

Master's or Post Master's degree; graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program with Texas practice authority

or

active, unencumbered Physician Assistant license in Texas. Minimum 2-3 years of pediatric critical care experience (recommended). Current BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications. Board certified FNP BC, NNP BC, CPNP PC, or CPNP AC (as applicable). Completion of advanced specialty courses required by DCH credentialing within the designated timeframe. Working Hours

Dayshift: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Minimum call coverage as required by unit staffing needs. Skills

Proficient in pediatric intensive care and CICU procedures. Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision making abilities. Effective communication and teamwork within multidisciplinary environments. Competent use of EMR systems and documentation standards. Ability to adapt to fast paced, high acuity settings.