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Physician Assistant - (PA) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 3/04/15
Job Description & Requirements
Physician Assistant - (PA) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Part Time

Orthopedic PA Physician Assistant needed for locum work in Massachusetts. Can start within 3-4 weeks of acceptance. Orthopedic experience required. There will be a combination of clinic and OR time. Schedule is 3 ten (10) hour days per week. No call is required at this time.

A physician assistant (PA)(locum tenens) practices medicine under the supervision of a physician and/or surgeon. In addition to a bachelor's degree, a physicians assistant must complete 2 years of accredited training. They are trained to provide patient care, diagnose and treat individuals with injuries and illnesses, and administer treatment.

Required Qualifications
Certified PA Physician Assistant, Massachusetts license

Preferred Qualifications
Orthopedic experience preferred

About the Facility
This teaching hospital prides itself on offering a wide range of services including award winning primary care, women’s health and emergency services. It is a teaching site for Harvard Medical School and Tufts University School of Medicine and is a proud member of Cambridge Health Alliance, serving the Cambridge communities as well as other communities north of Boston. This facility hosts a 24-hour Emergency Room and an HIV clinic, and provides inpatient psychiatric care.

Facility Location
Opposite the Charles River from Boston, Cambridge is just a hop away from Massachusetts' most exciting metropolitan area. Cambridge is the home of two of America's most prestigious and famous universities, Harvard and MIT. While residents find themselves in prime position to take advantage of all the cultural and entertainment options in Boston, Cambridge proper offers a wealth of leisure activities, sights and sounds. Culture seekers and history buffs will be delighted by Harvard Art Museum and the Harvard Museum of Natural History, not to mention the many historic buildings that adorn the city's storied streets. Fans of the performing arts can take in a show at one of several theaters in the area, including the Brattle Theatre and The Lily Pad. Outdoors types can visit the city's parks for canoeing, hiking and cycling.

Job Benefits
Staff Care typically arranges medical or dental malpractice insurance for contractor physicians and other specialists with whom we match to client opportunities. In addition, Staff Care locum tenens positions regularly receive highly competitive pay and a dedicated team to handle all travel, lodging, rental, and transportation needs.

About the Company
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation's leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.


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