Locum Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (PA) / Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Emergency Medicine APP (PA/NP)

• Setting: Busy Emergency Department at a community hospital

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts

• Coverage: Initial 13-week assignment with opportunity for extension; long-term coverage needs available

• Patient population: Adult and pediatric

• Location: Near Albany, NY (Capital Region)

• Support: Work alongside experienced emergency physicians and a collaborative clinical team

• Travel/lodging: Assistance for qualified providers outside the area

• Pay: $115–$125 per hour (based on experience)

Description

Provide emergency medicine care as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in a high-volume ED, performing assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostics, and managing acute and urgent conditions. Document encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR) and collaborate closely with emergency physicians, nurses, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations

• Order and interpret diagnostic testing

• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and urgent medical conditions

• Manage a broad spectrum of emergency presentations

• Collaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians, nurses, and support staff

• Accurately document patient encounters within the electronic medical record (EMR)

Requirements

• Active New York State PA or NP license

• Minimum 3 years of Emergency Medicine experience preferred

• Current BLS and ACLS certification required

• PALS certification preferred

• Strong procedural and clinical decision-making skills

• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced Emergency Department

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $115–$125

• Initial 13-week assignment with potential extension and long-term coverage needs

• Travel and lodging assistance for qualified providers outside the area