Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - General Surgery - $90-115 per hour

Weatherby Healthcare; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant – General Surgery for a locum tenens position in Richland, Washington. The role involves inpatient and outpatient rounding within a general surgery service, with 12-hour shifts and approximately 20 patients per shift.

Trauma surgery experience is required, and pediatric surgery skills are needed to consult on pediatric cases. There may be endoscopic procedures (e.g., appendectomy) and ongoing coverage through Weatherby’s support team.

Qualifications

• Required trauma surgery experience.
• Pediatric surgery skills required; comfortable consulting on pediatric cases.
• May perform endoscopic procedures such as appendectomy or similar

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient rounding in a busy General Surgery service.
• Cover 12-hour shifts (7am–7pm or 7pm–7am) and manage up to 20 patients per shift.
• Contribute to ongoing coverage and patient care in Richland, WA.

Skills

Trauma surgery

Pediatric care

Endoscopic procedures

Inpatient rounding

Job description

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant General Surgery for a locum tenens job in Richland, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant General Surgery for a locum tenens job in Richland, Washington.

• Specialty: General Surgery
• Discipline: Physician Assistant
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details.

• 12-hour shifts -- 7 am - 7 pm or 7 pm - 7 am, two weeks per month
• 20 patients per shift
• Inpatient setting -- both inpatient and outpatient rounding
• Trauma surgery experience required
• Pediatric surgery skills required -- must be comfortable consulting on peds cases
• May perform endoscopic appendectomy or HMP procedures
• Ongoing coverage
• Health, vision, dental, and 401(k) retirement benefits offered
• Competitive compensation
• Paid malpractice insurance
• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant and support team
• Covered transportation and housing expenses

Ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. Rates shown are all-inclusive and combine an hourly base pay with other potential earnings like overtime, call, and holiday pay. Please contact your consultant for details.

Weatherby Healthcare Job ID #3433214. Posted job title: Locum Tenens PA - General Surgery Position in Washington

About Weatherby Healthcare

Weatherby Healthcare is part of the CHG Healthcare family of staffing companies, which leads the locum tenens industry in size and quality. Since 1995, we’ve leveraged our nationwide network to connect locums professionals with the best jobs. Our team supports nearly 100 specialties for physicians, PAs, and NPs. These experts simplify the locums process from start to finish, backing you up with award-winning 24/7 support.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Medical benefits