Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine
Location: Michigan
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Emergency Medicine PA in Michigan!

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan, starting Jan 1, 2026. This opportunity features 10-hour midlevel shifts from 11 AM to 9 PM, providing autonomous patient care with on-site physician support in a dynamic emergency department environment.

Job Details

• Location: Michigan
• Facility Type: Emergency Department
• Start Date: Jan 1, 2026
• LOA: 91 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 11 AM – 9 PM, daily

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide autonomous emergency care to patients, with physician available for consultation
• Manage an average patient volume of 20 per day in an emergency department
• Participate in a team with a nurse practitioner and physician assistants
• Respond to house codes as required
• Coordinate with hospitalists or ED physicians for admission orders
• Handle patient triage, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment across a range of emergency cases
• Facilitate referrals and transfers as necessary, in line with department protocols
• Utilize Cerner EMR system for patient documentation and workflow
• Collaborate with consulting specialties, including orthopedics, OB, general surgery, neurology, and urology
• Interpret EKGs within department scope or in consultation with cardiology/ED physicians
• Oversee care for a broad patient demographic, including patients over 20 weeks gestation with abdominal complaints
• Supervise or monitor paramedic and ambulance radio communications as needed

Additional Information

• Michigan license required at time of name clear (IMLC not accepted)
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
• Clean background essential for quick credentialing
• DEA license required (verbal confirmation at name clear)
• Candidate must be local to Michigan
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred

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.

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About Barton Associates

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.

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