Locum Physician Assistant

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About The Position

Experienced Wound Care Physician Assistant needed for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This 78-day opportunity, starting 06/02/2025, involves providing home health care services with a focus on wound care. The flexible schedule requires 2-3 days per week availability, typically 8 AM to 5 PM, with potential for expansion. The role includes treating various types of wounds, developing treatment plans, and conducting follow-up appointments in patients' homes. The ideal candidate should be Wound Care Certified and comfortable managing diabetic wounds, ulcers, venous and pressure sores, and chronic wounds. Familiarity with L-graphs is beneficial. This position offers potential for extension and requires an active Illinois PA license.

Job Details:

Location: Illinois

Facility Type: Home Health Care

Start Date: 06/02/2025

LOA: 78 days

Provider Type Needed: Physician Assistant (Wound Care)

Schedule: Flexible, 2-3 days/week, 8 AM - 5 PM

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide specialized wound care services in patients' homes

• Assess, diagnose, and treat various types of wounds

• Develop and implement comprehensive wound treatment plans

• Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and other necessary procedures

• Educate patients and caregivers on proper wound care techniques

• Monitor wound healing progress and adjust treatment as needed

• Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists as required

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Intellicare system

• Conduct follow-up appointments to ensure optimal wound healing

• Stay current with the latest wound care techniques and technologies

• Adhere to all home health care policies and procedures

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in Illinois

• Wound Care Certification required

• Experience in home health care setting preferred

• Proficiency with Intellicare system a plus

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and schedules

• Potential for assignment extension and expanded hours

Apply now to learn more.

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry - ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between - you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need - greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you - so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest.

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal - to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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