Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Emergency Medicine in Iowa

Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine
Location: Iowa
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 7/24/2026

About the Position

Our client in Iowa is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 4-day assignment starting Jul 24, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts with 24/7 call coverage, primarily focusing on emergency department and inpatient floor coverage. The successful candidate will manage 6-8 ED encounters daily, participate in 8 am rounding, and address cases such as CHF, Cellulitis, COPD, and Gastro.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide coverage for the Emergency Department and Inpatient floor
• Work 24-hour shifts
• Manage 24/7 call coverage
• Participate in 8 am rounding with the interdisciplinary team
• Conduct weekly swing bed rounding for transition of care discussions
• Handle an average of 6-8 ED encounters per day
• Treat cases with acuity including CHF, Cellulitis, COPD, and Gastro

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Emergency Medicine
• EMR: Thrive software with Trubridge
• Work site is a Critical Access Hospital
• Subspecialty support available via telemedicine for Cardiology, Pulmonology, and Infectious Disease

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.