Locum Physician Assistant; PA - Emergency Medicine in Mount , MI

Position: Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Emergency Medicine in Mount Pleasant, MI
Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine

Location:

Mount Pleasant, MI

Employer:

Wellhart, LLC

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Shift Information:  4 days x 10 hours

Contract Duration:  60 Days

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, for a 60-day assignment with daily 10-hour midlevel shifts from 11 AM to 9 PM. The ideal candidate will work independently with physician support and provide care in a dynamic emergency setting, joining a team that includes one full-time nurse practitioner and two PRN physician assistants.

Job Details

Location:

Michigan

Start Date:

Mar 2, 2026
LOA: 60 days
Provider Type Needed:
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Schedule:

10-hour shifts (11 AM – 9 PM daily); provider will see patients independently with a physician always present for consultation

Responsibilities and Duties
Provide emergency medical care to patients in a high-acuity setting
Respond to ambulance arrivals and manage patient transfers to referral facilities
Collaborate with consulting specialties including Orthopedics, Obstetrics, General Surgery, Neurology, and Urology
Coordinate with available services: 24-hour Radiology (CT, MRI, X-ray), Laboratory, Operating Room, and AABB-certified Blood Bank
Interpret EKGs in collaboration with cardiologists and emergency department physicians
Manage surgical and orthopedic emergencies as applicable
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support continuity of care
Work effectively alongside full-time and PRN advanced practice providers

Additional Information
Must be board certified as a Physician Assistant in Emergency Medicine
Michigan license required at time of clearance (IMLC not accepted)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
Must have a clean background for rapid credentialing
DEA required (verbal confirmation at name clear)
NPDB self-query required (within 30 days)
Local candidates only; no exceptions

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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.