Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma in Visalia, CA
Company: AAS Locum Tenens
Location: Visalia
Posted on: November 29, 2025
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Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Trauma/Acute Care
Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a
collaborative and high-performing trauma team in Visalia, CA. This
Level III trauma center manages approximately 2,200 annual trauma
activations and provides comprehensive inpatient, consultative, and
perioperative care. The APP will work alongside attending surgeons,
residents, and intensivists to deliver high-quality trauma and
emergency surgical services in both the ICU and surgical wards.
Compensation : $150,000 for 183 shifts. Key Responsibilities:
Provide daytime coverage for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
services. Collaborate with attending surgeons and residents in
managing trauma and surgical patients. Perform ER consults, assist
in postoperative care, and coordinate discharge planning.
Participate in the management of surgical ward and ICU patients,
ensuring continuity of care. Support quality improvement
initiatives and evidence-based practice in trauma care. Foster
effective communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary
clinical environment. Qualifications: Licensure: Licensed Physician
Assistant (PA-C), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or Nurse
Practitioner (NP). Experience: Surgical or trauma experience
preferred. Skills: Excellent clinical assessment, procedural, and
critical thinking abilities. Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work
collaboratively with physicians, residents, and nursing staff.
Nestled in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Visalia
combines small-town charm with proximity to major destinations like
Sequoia National Park and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The city
offers a welcoming community, affordable living, and easy access to
both Fresno and Bakersfield, making it an ideal place to live and
work.
Keywords: AAS Locum Tenens, Visalia , Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma in Visalia, CA, Healthcare , Visalia, California
