Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (EM NP/PA)
Location: Potosi, MO
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Emergency Medicine
Job Description Apply Now
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (EM NP/PA) – Potosi, MO – Locum Tenens
Optigy is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide high-quality care in a critical access hospital setting. This is a locum tenens opportunity offering a flexible schedule and the chance to work alongside a collaborative emergency department (ED) team in Potosi, MO. The ideal candidate for the Emergency Medicine NP/PA role will demonstrate clinical expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
As an Emergency Medicine NP/PA, you will be responsible for managing a moderate-volume emergency department with robust physician support. The ED features 10 beds and handles approximately 13,000 patient visits annually, offering a dynamic and rewarding experience for clinicians passionate about emergency and acute care. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts, specifically from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, providing consistency and work-life balance for the locum professional. No on-call or telehealth responsibilities are required in this position, allowing you to focus fully on direct patient care during your scheduled shifts.
In this Emergency Medicine NP/PA locum tenens role, you will assess, diagnose, and manage a diverse patient population presenting with a wide array of urgent and emergent medical conditions. You will perform thorough patient histories and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, initiate and monitor treatment plans, and perform necessary emergency procedures within your scope of practice. Close collaboration with on-site physicians and other healthcare professionals is an integral part of this position, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated patient care throughout each shift.
Optigy values the contributions of every healthcare professional and is committed to supporting your success in the Emergency Medicine NP/PA role. The position is ideal for advanced practice clinicians who have previous experience in an emergency or critical access hospital setting, as well as those who possess strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. You will be joining a patient-focused organization that emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based care and professional growth.
The Emergency Medicine NP/PA position in Potosi, MO, offers the unique opportunity to work in a supportive rural hospital environment with a manageable ED volume and comprehensive resources. Potosi is known for its welcoming community and offers a positive work environment for medical professionals seeking meaningful locum tenens assignments. If you are looking for a fulfilling Emergency Medicine NP/PA locum tenens job in Potosi, MO, with a reputable organization like Optigy, this could be the ideal fit for your career goals.
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to make a difference in emergency patient care, we encourage you to apply now for the Emergency Medicine NP/PA locum tenens position with Optigy in Potosi, MO. Click the job application button to submit your application and join a team dedicated to excellence in emergency medicine.
Emergency Medicine NP/PA - Summary- Locum tenens opportunity for Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in emergency medicine
- Based in Potosi, MO, supporting a critical access hospital
- Work alongside experienced ED physicians and staff
- 12-hour daytime shifts with no on-call or telehealth duties
- Manageable ED patient volume and positive work culture
- Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting to the emergency department
- Perform thorough patient histories and physical examinations
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Initiate and monitor treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions
- Perform emergency procedures within the scope of NP/PA practice
- Collaborate closely with on-site physicians and multidisciplinary team members
- Document patient care accurately and timely in the medical record
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Competitive hourly rate at $120/hr
- Flexible scheduling with 12-hour shifts
- Opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment
- Gain experience in a critical access hospital ED
- Active Missouri state license (NP or PA)
- Current Missouri DEA registration
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications (required for NP/PA)
- Board Certification as NP or PA
- Demonstrated experience in emergency or critical access settings preferred
- Experienced and adaptable advanced practice provider
- Strong clinical skills in emergency medicine
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality patient care
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Start date of December 31, 2025 (open-ended assignment)
- 10-bed emergency department; 29 total hospital beds
- Annual ED volume of approximately 13,000 patients
- Position offered through Optigy, a reputable healthcare staffing organization
- Enjoy the professional and personal rewards of providing emergency care to the Potosi, MO community
To seize this rewarding Emergency Medicine NP/PA locum tenens opportunity in Potosi, MO, submit your application today by clicking the job application button. Advance your career in emergency medicine with Optigy and make a positive impact on patient outcomes!