Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Critical Care in Missouri

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Critical Care PA in Missouri!

About The Position

Barton Associates is seeking a Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position at a hospital in Missouri. This 49-day assignment is spread across multiple periods from 06/16/2025, to January 11, 2026, covering night shifts from 6 PM to 6:30 AM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing MICU patients, performing central line and A-line placements, intubations, and managing ECMOs. The role involves caring for 10-14 patients per shift with 1-2 admissions nightly. Experience with Epic EMR is preferred, and an active Missouri license is required. This position also offers the possibility of extension for the right candidate.

Job Details: 

Location: Missouri 

Facility Type: Hospital 

Start Date: 06/16/2025 

LOA: 49 days 

Provider Type Needed: Physician Assistant - Critical Care Medicine

Schedule: Night shifts, 6 PM to 6:30 AM

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide critical care to MICU patients during night shifts 

• Perform advanced procedures including central line and A-line placements, and intubations 

• Manage ECMO, ventilators, Impella 5.5, and balloon pumps 

• Care for 10-14 patients per shift and handle 1-2 admissions nightly 

• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and management 

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals 

• Ensure high-quality patient care and follow-up 

• Adhere to hospital protocols and best practices in critical care medicine 

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members 

• Participate in any required departmental meetings or training sessions

Additional Information: 

• Active Missouri license required 

• Experience with Epic EMR preferred 

• Flexibility to work across multiple periods

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.