Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Hospitalist in North Carolina

Physician Assistant | Hospitalist
Location: North Carolina
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Our client in North Carolina is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment starting Dec 1, 2026. This role involves 14-hour night shifts, from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., focusing on accepting and admitting patients, cross-covering floor and Hospital at Home cases, and providing virtual ED consults to regional sites.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Accept and admit patients to the pediatric unit.
• Cross-cover patients on the floor and in the Hospital at Home program as needed.
• Provide virtual ED consults to regional sites.
• Participate as a member of the Code Blue and PRRT teams alongside the ED team.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC)
• EMR: Epic
• Physician back-up is available by phone throughout shifts.
• Anticipated Daily Census (ADC) is 6.
• Work setting is an pediatric inpatient unit with an on-site Pediatric ED.
• The ED team and CHIPS physicians provide collaborative support.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities