Emergency Department Physician Assistant (Locum Contract)

HiredFirst; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Physician Assistant for backfill and ED overflow coverage. This role involves managing both adult and pediatric patients in a high-pressure environment. Candidates should possess a relevant postgraduate training background and strong clinical skills. The hospital emphasizes teamwork and provides a collaborative setting focused on high-quality patient care. Flexibility for shifts and licensure in Oklahoma is required.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience is required.
• Emergency Department experience preferred.
• Prior locums experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide backfill and ED overflow coverage.
• Manage both adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced emergency setting.
• Collaborate in a high-quality patient care environment.

Skills

Flexibility to cover 13+ shifts per month

Ability to manage ED overflow patients safely

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Education

Completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved postgraduate training program in Family Practice

Completion of ≥1 year in an approved postgraduate program

One year postgraduate training plus two years of active primary care practice

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Qualifications

Education/Training (one of the following):

Completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved postgraduate training program in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, or Medicine/Pediatrics OR

Completion of ≥1 year in an approved postgraduate program in a primary care specialty (with residency director approval) OR

One year postgraduate training plus two years of active primary care practice.

Licensure/Certifications:

OBNDD with CNHS address (required)

Oklahoma DEA with CNHS address (or ability to obtain)

BLS, ACLS, PALS (required)

Experience:

Pediatric experience (required)

Emergency Department experience preferred (recent grads with ED rotations considered)

Prior locums experience with Cerner EMR and ED workflow preferred

Skills:

Flexibility to cover 13+ shifts per month (days/nights/weekends)

Ability to manage ED overflow patients safely & efficiently

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Setting: 17-bed Emergency Department

Patient Ratio: 1:6 or fewer

Collaborative, fast-paced hospital environment focused on high-quality patient care

Hospital is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Physician Assistant to provide backfill and ED overflow coverage. This high-impact locum role requires flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to manage both adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced emergency setting.