Local Contract Physician Assistant - Acute Care - $54-65 per hour

Local Contract Physician Assistant - Acute Care - $54-65 per hour at MedCadre summary:

This contract Physician Assistant position focuses on providing acute and primary care services in a fast-paced clinical environment in Waldorf, Maryland. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, performing routine procedures like Pap smears, managing patient records, and collaborating with healthcare teams. The role requires a minimum of one year experience, an active PA license, and strong clinical and communication skills.

MedCadre is seeking a Physician Assistant Acute Care for a local contract job in Waldorf, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Acute Care
• Discipline: Physician Assistant
• Start Date: 11/03/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Position: Physician Assistant
Location: Waldorf, MD 20602

Job type: Contract, Full-time

Contract Duration: 13-weeks

Start Date: November 03 2025

Pay Rate: $54-$65 per hour

Schedule & Work Hours:

• Day (7:45 AM - 4:15 PM)
• Monday through Friday
• 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM (30-minute unpaid meal break)
• 40 hours/week

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Physician Assistant (PA) to provide exceptional adult primary care services. The ideal candidate will deliver evidence-based care, manage acute and chronic conditions, and perform routine procedures including physical exams and Pap smears. This position is best suited for professionals who thrive in fast-paced clinical environments and maintain a high level of precision and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive physical exams with a strong emphasis on accuracy and professional standards
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions using evidence-based guidelines
• Perform routine procedures including Pap smears
• Counsel patients on preventive care and general wellness strategies
• Address urgent complaints in a primary care setting with swift clinical judgment
• Review lab results and clinical documents with attention to detail
• Maintain accurate and timely charting in the electronic medical record system
• Manage an average of 2–2.4 patients per hour efficiently
• Exhibit professionalism and collaborate effectively with the healthcare team

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies preferred
• Active Physician Assistant License in the State of Maryland
• High school diploma required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in primary care or adult care setting

Preferred Knowledge/Skills:

• Certified P.A. credentials
• Strong patient communication and counseling skills
• Proficiency in handling EMR systems and clinical documentation
• Ability to manage time and multitask in high-volume environments

About MedCadre

At MedCadre, headquartered in Irvine, California and serving healthcare organizations nationwide, we connect exceptional clinicians with world-class career opportunities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, fairness, and integrity. As a Joint Commission–accredited and ISO 9001–certified leader in medical staffing, we strictly adhere to healthcare regulations, ensuring trust and peace of mind for both our clinicians and partner facilities.

Guided by our core values; Results , Approachability , Care , and Emergency (RACE), we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and deliver outstanding patient care. When you join MedCadre, you become part of a broad network dedicated to advancing healthcare, improving lives, and shaping the future of patient outcomes together.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace diversity at every level of our organization

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Health Care FSA
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Retention bonus
• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Sick pay
• Weekly pay

Keywords:

Physician Assistant, Acute Care, Primary Care, Patient Care, Physical Exams, Clinical Documentation, Pap Smear, Healthcare, Medical Staffing, EMR