Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine
Location: Galesburg, IL
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 30 Days
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine PA in Galesburg, Illinois, 61401!
We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and involves working approximately 10 shifts per month, including day and overnight coverage throughout the week and weekends. The position requires direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department, collaborating closely with physicians and managing a daily census of around 60 patients.
Job Details
- Location: Illinois
- Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
- LOA: 30 days
- Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday 10am-10pm and 3pm-3am; Tuesday–Friday 10am-10pm; Saturday and Sunday 12pm-12am; approximately 10 shifts per month
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide direct patient care in the emergency department
- Conduct assessments, perform procedures, and manage emergencies
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers
- Document and communicate patient information efficiently
- Assist with the daily management of a census of approximately 60 patients
Additional Information
- Illinois state license and CSR required
- Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- DEA required
- Minimum 1 year of experience
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.
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!
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