Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in Pittsburgh, PA

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Urgent Care PA in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15235! About The Position We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jan 1, 2026. This role involves providing care across all age groups in a fast-paced setting, working day shifts Monday through Sunday, with flexible part-time and full-time scheduling options. Job Details Location : Pennsylvania Start Date : Jan 1, 2026 LOA : 36 days Provider Type Needed : Urgent Care Physician Assistant Schedule : Monday through Sunday, 8am-8pm; full-time (12 shifts per month) or part-time (10 shifts per month) Responsibilities and Duties Provide urgent care services to patients of all ages Evaluate and manage acute illnesses and injuries, including orthopedic procedures such as splinting Perform wound care, suturing, incision and drainage (I&Ds) Conduct X-rays, EKGs, blood draws, IV placement, and injections Work independently with no supervision Travel between assigned sites within a 30-mile radius as required Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and patient management Additional Information Must hold an active Pennsylvania state license and DEA registration Minimum of 2 years' experience in urgent care or 1 year in emergency medicine required Board certification required Certifications needed : Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Must be comfortable treating pediatric and adult patients Willingness to consistently work a minimum of 3 shifts per month Drug screen and background check (completed within the last 12 months) required upon offer acceptance Submission of NPDB self-query (no more than 30 days old) required during application 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. 1658038EXPPLAT About Wellhart, LLC Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

• Travel the United States and see new places.
• Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
• Set your own schedule.
• Earn more money than permanent providers.
• Experience new practice settings.
• Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages. Join the Wellhart team!