Locum - Physician Assistant (PA) - Critical Care (Nights)

77 consultants; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a qualified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide inpatient care in a Neuro ICU at a Level 1 trauma center. The role includes managing trauma and stroke patients and requires board certification in Ohio, a valid license, and experience in high-acuity settings. Night shifts are part of this role.

Qualifications

• Certification in Ohio as a PA or CNP is mandatory.
• Must have a clean background check.
• Experience in a Neuro ICU is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care in the Neuro ICU.
• Manage trauma and stroke patients collaboratively.
• Participate in neurosurgery consultations.

Skills

Ability to manage trauma patients

Experience with stroke patients

Strong collaboration skills

Education

Board Certified as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP)

Valid Ohio License to practice

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Work Setting: Hospital. Trauma Level: Level 1 trauma center capable of handling strokes. Inpatient care occurs in the Neuro ICU (16 beds). Average daily patients: Neuro ICU about 10 patients, with about 5 neurosurgery consults each night. Available services: Lab and X-ray are available at the hospital.

Responsibilities

Provide inpatient care in the Neuro ICU and participate in neurosurgery consultations. Manage trauma and stroke patients in a high-acuity setting, collaborating with hospital services as needed.

Qualifications

• Certification: Board Certified as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) in Ohio.
• Ohio License: Valid license to practice in Ohio.
• Background Check: Clean background required.
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• ENLS Certification: Highly preferred.
• Experience: Comfortable working in a Neuro ICU at a Level 1 trauma center; experience with stroke patients is required.
• Night Duty: Night shifts in the Neuro ICU (16 beds) with neurosurgery consultations.