Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Pediatrics - Critical Care in New York
NEW YORK CITY, NY, 10060, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Physician Assistant
- Pediatric Critical Care
- Pediatric Cardiac ICU
This role is for a Locum Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant in a New York trauma facility specializing in pediatric cardiac ICU care. The position requires managing critically ill pediatric cardiac patients, covering both day and night shifts on a short-term (30-day) locum assignment. The employer provides competitive pay, malpractice insurance, and travel-related benefits while supporting flexible scheduling and rapid credentialing.
Physician Assistant | Pediatrics - Critical Care
Location: New York
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 Peds - Critical Care PA in New York!
We are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 1, 2026. This role involves both day and night shifts, with the greatest need for night coverage in a Pediatric Cardiac ICU at a trauma facility. Candidates should be experienced in pediatric cardiac intensive care and able to adapt to a dynamic schedule during this critical coverage period.
Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 1, 2026
- LOA: 30 days
- Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Day and night shifts; night shifts are the greatest need, day shifts based on candidate availability
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide advanced care for pediatric patients in a Pediatric Cardiac ICU
- Manage critically ill children with complex cardiac conditions
- Participate in patient assessment, monitoring, and treatment planning
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams within a trauma environment
- Respond promptly to emergencies and acute changes in patient status
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care
Additional Information
- Must hold a valid Physician Assistant license in New York
- Previous experience in pediatric cardiac ICU required
- Flexible start for strike coverage
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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