Description

Physician Assistant | Critical Care
Location: Atlanta, GA
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $3,510 to $4,160 per week
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Critical Care ICU Job in Atlanta, GA 30342

Join a high-acuity ICU as a Locum Tenens Physician Assistant in Atlanta, Georgia (30342), a vibrant and dynamic area known for its welcoming neighborhoods, strong healthcare community, and easy access to the best of Atlanta living. This critical care PA opportunity offers the chance to work alongside attending physicians and a collaborative multidisciplinary care team, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care for critically ill patients. If you are searching for Atlanta healthcare jobs, ICU physician assistant jobs, or travel PA contract roles in Georgia, this is an excellent opportunity.

Job Details

• Position: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Critical Care ICU
• Location: Atlanta, GA 30342
• Setting: Multi-specialty medical-surgical community hospital ICU
• Start Date: 11/9/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Schedule: 7 on / 7 off may be accommodated
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,510 – $4,160
• Employment Type: Travel / contract locum tenens

Physician Assistant Job Requirements

• Active Physician Assistant license with valid state and national licensure
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an ICU setting; 1–2 years preferred
• Strong proficiency with critical care and ICU procedures, including central line and arterial line insertions
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred
• Ability to provide case logs during credentialing
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU environment
• Collaborate with attending physicians to develop and update plans of care
• Perform ongoing assessments and implement appropriate interventions
• Enter orders and complete detailed documentation, including H&Ps, consultations, follow-up notes, and procedure notes
• Interpret diagnostic testing and communicate findings to the care team
• Work closely with ICU nursing staff to support patient care needs
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds each shift
• Perform invasive procedures as credentialed, including central line and arterial line insertions

Apply now to learn more about this locum tenens Physician Assistant critical care job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.