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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Critical Care - $115 to $135 per hour in Metairie, LA

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New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2026

Physician Assistant | Critical Care
Location: Metairie, LA
Employer: Curative
Pay: $115 to $135 per hour
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Curative to find a qualified Critical Care PA in Metairie, Louisiana, 70006!

Locums Critical Care Physician Assistant near New Orleans, Louisiana - No Call, Transplant Focus

Join a high-acuity CTICU environment caring for heart and lung transplant patients with flexible PRN day-shift coverage and no call responsibilities.


Practice & Cases:

  • Inpatient cardiac critical care setting
  • Heart and lung transplant, ECMO, and ventilator management patients
  • Manage approximately 8-10 ICU patients per shift
  • Perform central lines and other bedside critical care procedures

Schedule:

  • 12-hour onsite day shifts
  • PRN coverage model with recurring shift opportunities
  • Daytime schedule from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • No call responsibilities

Requirements:

  • Must be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Active Louisiana license required
  • ACLS, BLS, and DEA required
  • Experience with critical care procedures and line placement required

Logistics:

  • Airfare, lodging, rental car, and mileage are covered
  • Travel accommodations arranged for scheduled coverage blocks


We'd be happy to discuss upcoming PRN day shifts and the transplant-focused critical care case mix.

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Location/Region: New Orleans, LA

Salary : $115 - $135

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