Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in Connecticut
Bridgeport, CT, 06602, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Physician Assistant
- Urgent Care
- Locum Tenens
The Locum Physician Assistant position in Urgent Care in Connecticut involves providing acute patient care including evaluation, management, suturing, and splinting during 12-hour shifts. The role requires a current Connecticut PA license and the ability to handle high patient volumes, including COVID-related cases, in a fast-paced urgent care setting. This is a locum tenens assignment offering competitive pay, travel expense coverage, and medical malpractice insurance.
Physician Assistant | Urgent Care
Location: Connecticut
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 Urgent Care PA in Connecticut!
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This opportunity begins on Dec 26, 2025, and is a 1-day assignment with 12-hour shifts from 8am to 8pm. The provider will be expected to manage all incoming patients, including those requiring suturing and splinting, and address COVID-related cases.
Job Details
- Location: Connecticut
- Start Date: Dec 26, 2025
- LOA: 1 day
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: 8am-8pm; providers see all patients before leaving, with patients accepted until 8pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide urgent care services, including evaluation and management of acute illnesses and injuries
- Perform suturing and splinting as required
- Assess and treat COVID-related cases
- Manage patient flow to ensure all patients are seen before the end of shift
- Deliver care in a high-volume setting with fluctuating patient demands
Additional Information
- Must hold a current Connecticut license as a Physician Assistant
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy urgent care environment
- Flexibility to manage sporadic shifts as needed
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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Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Connect with fellow locum professionals through online forums, networking events, and support groups, fostering camaraderie, collaboration, and shared learning experiences.
- Provide essential healthcare services during crises, such as natural disasters or pandemics, contributing to emergency response efforts and community resilience.
- Reinvent your career by exploring new specialties or transitioning to different healthcare sectors, seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Strategically plan your career trajectory by leveraging locum assignments to gain experiences and skills that align with your long-term professional goals.
- Transition between full-time, part-time, or locum roles as your personal or professional circumstances evolve, maintaining career fluidity and adaptability.
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