Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Critical Care - $5,460 to $5,850 per week in Los Angeles, CA

Company: LocumJobsNetwork
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 26, 2026

Job Description:

Physician Assistant | Critical Care Location: Los Angeles, CA Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: $5,460 to $5,850 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 30 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsNetwork is working with GHR Healthcare to find a qualified Critical Care PA in Los Angeles, California, 90095! Physician Assistant (PA?C) – Locum Tenens, Pediatric Critical Care (PICU) Night Shift – Los Angeles, CA 90095 Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Critical Care (PICU Night Shift) in Los Angeles, CA 90095. Night shift PA?C role; 2 years PICU experience, BLS/ACLS, DEA, and Epic required — competitive weekly pay. Join a dynamic team at a large, renowned teaching hospital in Westwood (Los Angeles, CA). This locum tenens pediatric critical care Physician Assistant opportunity supports the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Stepdown PICU, and PICU DOU. Advance your career in pediatric critical care, work with interdisciplinary teams, and enjoy the attractions and culture of Los Angeles. Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $5,460 - $5,850 (competitive locum tenens pay) Setting: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Stepdown PICU, PICU DOU — pediatric critical care Location: Los Angeles, CA 90095 (Westwood area) — Los Angeles healthcare jobs; California locum tenens Start Date: June 1, 2026 End Date: December 28, 2026 Duration: 30 weeks (8–9 months) Shift: Night shifts, 3x12?hour (19:00 - 07:00); weekends and holidays included — pediatric night shift PA Employment Type: Locum tenens (travel PA / travel Physician Assistant contract) Job Requirements / Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in a large Children’s Hospital PICU (ideally Level I) — pediatric critical care experience required Board certified Physician Assistant (PA?C) in Acute Care or equivalent Current DEA license required BLS and ACLS certifications required Epic EMR / Epic charting system experience required Willingness to obtain state licensure for Physician Assistants in California Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and family communication skills for pediatric patients (neonates, infants, children, adolescents) Responsibilities Provide primary overnight care for up to 8 patients in the PICU DOU (NP/PA?run department without Fellows or Residents) Cover the PICU (16 beds) and Stepdown PICU (8 beds) during night shifts — pediatric critical care coverage Collaborate with PICU Attending, Fellows, and Residents in a shared care model for all patients Perform assessments, initiate and manage urgent interventions, and escalate care as appropriate Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and coordinate care with nursing, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and consultants Communicate clearly and compassionately with families and the care team; provide patient- and family-centered care Document patient care accurately and timely using Epic Why Join This Team Work at a prestigious teaching hospital in Westwood, Los Angeles — exposure to complex pediatric critical care cases Competitive locum tenens weekly pay and flexible travel PA scheduling Gain experience with Epic and high-acuity pediatric patients in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment Opportunity to live and work near UCLA, Santa Monica, beaches, and Los Angeles cultural attractions Apply now — Join our pediatric critical care team as a locum tenens Physician Assistant (PA?C) in Los Angeles, CA. Submit your CV or contact the recruiter to learn more about this travel PA opportunity and requirements for California licensure. 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. About GHR Healthcare At GHR Healthcare Locums, we do more than fill jobs—we create opportunities that fit your life. With over 30 years of experience, we connect physicians, advanced practice providers and CRNA's with high-quality locum tenens assignments across the country. From top-tier pay to seamless support with licensing, travel, and credentialing, we make every step easy. Whether you're seeking flexibility, freedom, or a fresh start, we’re here to get you where you want to go—on your terms. 1718101EXPPLAT

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