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We are seeking experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This 10-day opportunity begins Jan 2, 2026, and offers a mix of 12-hour day and night shifts covering an emergency room extension. Flexibility to rotate between day and night shifts is required. Job Details • Location: New York, • Start Date: Jan 2, 2026, • LOA: 10 days, • Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, • Schedule: Two positions for 7am-7pm, one position for 7pm-7am; 12-hour shifts; providers may be reassigned between day and night shifts as needed Responsibilities and Duties • Provide acute care coverage for an emergency room extension, • Manage patients with medical-surgical needs, including those requiring drips such as heparin and levophed (titrated for end-of-life care), • Care for patients with tracheostomies, stable ventilators, and trach collars, • Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to ensure continuity of care, • Adapt to changing shift assignments and patient care needs Additional Information • Active New York Physician Assistant license required, • Board certification in Emergency Medicine required, • MedSurg experience strongly preferred, • Flexibility in scheduling is non-negotiable 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. #LI-SC1

We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 16-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New York. This opportunity begins Jan 2, 2026, featuring day shifts from 8a-6p, four days per week Monday through Friday. The role is based in an ambulatory heme malignancy department, focusing on the assessment and management of patients with cancer and related conditions. Job Details • Location: New York, • Start Date: Jan 2, 2026, • LOA: 16 days, • Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner, • Assess, diagnose, and monitor patients with all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors or diseases, • Promote health and disease prevention within the scope of practice under physician supervision, • Perform history and physical exams, including pelvic exams as indicated, • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities, limited to documented training and experience, • Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions when appropriate, • Administer and prescribe chemotherapy/biotherapy, with proof of recent clinical competence, • Conduct arterial puncture and blood gas sampling, • Perform debridement and general care for superficial wounds and minor superficial surgical procedures, • Incise and drain superficial abscesses, • Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric and oro-gastric tubes, • Complete death certificate protocols as needed, • Must hold a current NY nurse practitioner license, • Required board certifications: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGACNP-BC), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC), Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification (ANP-BC), or Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP), • Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), • Must demonstrate recent competence in administering chemotherapy/biotherapy, with at least 10 administrations in the past 12 months, • Strong compensation, • Travel-related expenses covered, • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided #LI-SC1

We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 13-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts Jan 2, 2026, with orientation and clinical work beginning Jan 5, 2026. The schedule includes 13 shifts per month, 7:00am to 7:30pm, supporting oncology care within an Oncology Care Unit. Job Details • Location: New York, • Start Date: Jan 2, 2026, • LOA: 13 days, • Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant, • Assess, diagnose, monitor, and manage care for patients with all types of cancer and benign or malignant tumors, • Promote health and protection from disease within scope of supervising physician, • Implement therapeutic interventions for specified conditions, • Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling, • Conduct debridement and general care for superficial wounds and minor superficial surgical procedures, • Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses, • Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes, • Order and interpret diagnostic testing and therapeutic modalities including laboratory tests, medications, hemodynamic monitoring, IV fluids and electrolytes, EMG, electrocardiogram, and radiologic examinations (arthrogram, ultrasound, CT, MRI, bone scan), • Perform urinary bladder catheterization (short term and indwelling), • Perform venous punctures for blood sampling, cultures, and IV catheterization, • Complete Death Certificate Protocols, • Remove arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and chest tubes, • Perform Fine Needle Aspiration and Punch Biopsy of skin, • New York state license required, • Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), • Experience in chemotherapy and biotherapy prescribing preferred, • Strong compensation, • Travel-related expenses covered, • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided #LI-SC1

We are seeking a Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant for a 20-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins Jan 2, 2026, with orientation, followed by clinical work starting Jan 5, 2026. The schedule features day shifts, Monday through Friday, for four shifts each week. The role focuses on ambulatory breast surgical oncology, encompassing comprehensive perioperative care. Job Details • Location: New York, • Start Date: Jan 2, 2026, • LOA: 20 days, • Provider Type Needed: Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant, • Assess, diagnose, and monitor patients in ambulatory breast surgical oncology, • Promote health and protection from disease within the designated specialty, • Manage pre-, intra-, and post-operative care and treatment plans, • Conduct patient histories and physical exams, including pelvic exams when indicated, • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities, • Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions as appropriate, • Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling, • Provide debridement and care for superficial wounds and minor surgical procedures, • Conduct incision and drainage of superficial abscesses, • Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes, • Harvest and place skin grafts, • Participate in volume replacement or auto-transfusion techniques, • Perform field infiltrations of anesthetic solutions, • Remove chest tubes, arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and drains, • Remove surgical staples and apply appropriate wound dressings, • Assist in surgery, including tissue closure, cautery, and application of appliances as delegated by the supervising physician, • Administer injectable local anesthetics and basic blocks, • Perform urinary bladder catheterization and venous punctures for blood sampling or IV access, • Must hold a current New York license and meet all state requirements, • Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), • Experience in ambulatory breast surgical oncology and surgical core privilege procedures strongly preferred, • Strong compensation, • Travel-related expenses covered, • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided #LI-SC1

Job Description Arthritis Knee Pain Centers is looking to bring a dedicated Physician Assistant onto our team! As a physician assistant at Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, you will play a critical role in helping patients with joint pain and arthritis find relief through our cutting-edge treatments and therapies. You will be responsible for evaluating patients with joint pain and arthritis to determine the best course of treatment. The target is to ensure each patient experiences a comfortable and efficient visit each and every time. Responsibilities • Conduct diagnostic tests to determine the extent of joint damage., • Perform various screenings to develop patient treatment plans including recommending supplements, injections, and other therapies., • Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care., • Educate patients about their condition, treatment options, and preventative measures they can take to minimize joint pain and damage., • Complete patient documentation requirements, • Ensure positive patient experience Skills • Knowledge of orthopedic medical procedures, • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work, • Social perceptiveness and service oriented, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong organizational skills, • Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software Requirements • Clear and active state license Benefits: • 401K with match, • License renewal reimbursement Medical Specialty: • Orthopedic Medicine Schedule: • As needed Practice Operation Hours: • Monday to Friday, • 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Work setting: • In-person, • Office, • Private practice Organizational Description: At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers we are committed to providing exceptional, non-surgical, non-opioid, pain- relieving therapy to patients suffering from chronic osteoarthritis of the knee. Every patient is special. Every patient is family. Our care standard celebrates every patient's unique needs with empathy, care, and transparency. Company Culture As a team member with Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, you will receive the support and training you need to be successful in your role. We deliver incredible patient care in which we are known for. You'll gain a deep understanding of our values, business measures, standards, operations, exposure to leadership, and participation in developmental events. With 16 medical practices across the US and growing, you will have an opportunity to become a part of the AKPC family, deliver exceptional patient care, and work with a reliable team in a state-of-the-art facility. Arthritis Knee Pain Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, paid time off, 401K with a match, educational programs and so much more! We work individually and as a team to achieve our standard of care: Treat every patient as if he/she is a beloved family member. In every patient engagement, we lead with six guiding principles: • Dignity, • Compassion, • Responsiveness, • Personalization, • Privacy, • Safety Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Start strong, stay strong! Join our winning team and receive our Stay and Thrive Bonus. A career that changes lives. SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years. Position Summary: As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will play a vital role as an assistant to our physicians. You will be cross trained to perform a range of administrative and clinical duties. These duties include preparing the patient to see the physician, preparing examination rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures. Job Duties & Essential Functions: Patient Interaction & Clinical Intake • Greet and communicate with patients and their families in a manner consistent with caring and respect., • Initiate patient evaluations by accurately documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent information., • Perform pre-exam testing, including visual acuity assessment (with pinhole and glare testing), confrontational visual fields, extraocular muscle testing, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, angle assessment, and dilation., • Conduct advanced diagnostic testing such as OCT, fundus photography, IOL Master, Pentacam, A-scan, B-scan, Wave Scan/Vario, keratometry, lensometry, and visual field testing., • Assist with in-office minor surgical procedures and laser treatments., • Complete prescription refill requests as authorized by the physician, ensuring proper documentation in the patient chart., • Track, document, and communicate laboratory results to physicians and patients promptly, ensuring accuracy and continuity of care., • Educate patients on the use of medications and provide pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by the physician., • Maintain and manage inventory of ophthalmic supplies, pharmaceuticals, and instruments., • Inspect and assist with the maintenance of clinical examination equipment, report damage, coordinate repairs, and request replacements as necessary., • Assist with cleaning surgical instruments in preparation for sterilization., • Properly shut down and clean diagnostic testing equipment as needed., • Open and close exam rooms daily, including cleaning equipment, charging devices, and securing instruments., • Assist with opening and closing the clinic as needed., • Follow all safety protocols and clinic procedures., • Monitor and respond to work emails; utilize shared tools such as Google Drive to stay informed throughout the workday., • Participate in training and educational opportunities, including webinars and in-service sessions, to remain current with best practices., • Perform additional duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor. Required Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent, • Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician, • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification required or enrolled within one year and completion within two years of hire, • Strong customer service skills with a professional and friendly demeanor., • Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities., • Skilled in problem-solving with strong attention to detail., • Comfortable engaging in face-to-face interactions with patients and staff., • Ability to stand for long periods of time Work Schedule: • Rotating Schedule – including days, evenings and weekends, • $24.50 Benefits: We aim to take care of our teammates the same way we take care of our patients. All SightMD employees receive the following benefits: • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, • Prescription Drug Coverage, • Company Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability, • Supplemental Insurance Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Retirement Plan - 401(k), • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Paid Holidays, • Career Development Programs, • All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners. #SMD123

New York Plastic Surgical Group is seeking a Physician Assistant with experience working with burn patients. From relaxing and results-driven facials to laser treatments and skin tightening, our highly skilled physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and medical aestheticians offer services custom

Graduate of an accredited (Accreditation Review Committee for Physician Assistant Programs ARC-PA) program, required. Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the New York State Department of Education, required. Current NCCPA Certification from the National Commission on the Cer