Locum Physician Assistant PA - General Surgery in Washington

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About The Position

We are seeking a licensed Physician Assistant specializing in Wound Care for a locum tenens position in Washington. This 56-day assignment begins on 05/19/2025, with flexible scheduling options including weekends or two consecutive full-day shifts. Responsibilities include managing diabetic foot ulcers, arterial/venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, trauma, minor burns, non-healing surgical wounds, and complications from radiation. The role involves weekly patient visits until discharge and utilizes the Jane App for patient management. Apply now!We are seeking a licensed Physician Assistant specializing in Wound Care for a locum tenens position in Washington. This 56-day assignment begins on 05/19/2025, with flexible scheduling options including weekends or two consecutive full-day shifts. Responsibilities include managing diabetic foot ulcers, arterial/venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, trauma, minor burns, non-healing surgical wounds, and complications from radiation. The role involves weekly patient visits until discharge and utilizes the Jane App for patient management.

Job Details:

Location: Washington

Facility Type: Home Health Care

Start Date: 05/19/2025

LOA: 56 days (with potential for extension)

Provider Type Needed: Wound Care Physician Assistant

Schedule: Flexible - Weekends or 2 consecutive full-day shifts, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide home-based wound care services to patients in the area

Assess, treat, and manage various types of wounds

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Perform wound debridement and dressing changes as needed

Monitor wound healing progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly

Educate patients and caregivers on proper wound care techniques

Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists as needed

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Jane App

Adhere to all relevant state and federal regulations for wound care practice

Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current with wound care best practices

Additional Information:

Must be licensed to practice as a physician assistant in Washington

Experience in wound care strongly preferred

Comfortable working independently in patients' homes

Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with patients

Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

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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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 staffing 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.