Critical Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Tennessee

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-222592-PA-TN
• Title:  PA
• Dates Needed:  ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:  Day Shift; Night Shift
• Assignment Type:  Inpatient
• Call Required:  No
• Board Certification Required:  Yes
• Job Duration:  Locums

This inpatient facility in Tennessee maintains established critical care protocols and the clinical resources necessary to support ICU-level services on an on-site basis. The facility operates with a structured multidisciplinary team across both day and night shifts to ensure continuity of care for critically ill patients. Locum tenens Physician Associate coverage is sought on a recurring monthly basis to support ongoing clinical operations.

Tennessee offers a range of destinations suited to varied interests, from the scenic Great Smoky Mountains and Appalachian communities to the music-driven cities recognized for their blues, rock and roll, and country heritage. The state features cultural and historical attractions, including notable museums and the Tennessee Aquarium, alongside outdoor experiences and craft and artisan festivals distributed across the state's varied regions. Clinicians on assignment will find accessible options for recreation, culture, and exploration throughout the state.

Clinicians will provide critical care coverage during 12-hour day or night shifts at an inpatient facility in Tennessee, with shift assignments determined by local clinical need. Responsibilities include intensive monitoring and management of critically ill patients, along with performance of ICU procedures including central line placement, arterial line placement, and intubation. The multidisciplinary team structure includes 3 MDs and 3 APPs during day shifts and 1 MD and 2 APPs during night shifts to support coordinated patient care. Board certification and prescriptive authority are required for consideration.

• Case Load/PPD:  10-20
• Support Staff:  Day shift: 3 MDs and 3 APPs;  night shift: 1 MD and 2 APPs
• Patient Population:  Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule:  N/A
• Location Type:  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes
• Government:  No
• Shift Times:  Day and night shifts;  12-hour coverage;  schedule determined by local need
• Procedures Required:  Central lines, arterial lines, and intubation
• CertificationsRequired:  Board certification required;  prescriptive authority required

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