Pediatric Acute Care Physician AssistantLocation: Dallas, TXJob Type: Locum TenensOverview:A hospital-based opportunity is available for a Physician Assistant to provide care in a high-acuity pediatric cardiac unit. This role involves managing complex cardiac patients in a collaborative environment alongside APPs, residents, fellows, and attending physicians.$160/hrAssignment Details:Start: July 20, 2026Ongoing coverageSchedule:Night shifts: 7:00 PM 8:00 AM13-hour shiftsNo call requiredPractice Details:Setting: Inpatient (Pediatric Acute Cardiac Care Unit)Unit Size: 44 bedsEMR: Not specifiedCollaborative care model with APPs, residents, fellows, and attending physiciansFunctions as a high-acuity step-down unit from ICUPatient Population:Pediatric cardiac patientsIncludes pre- and post-operative cases, congenital and acquired cardiac conditionsCare Teams:General Cardiology teams (pre/post-operative and general cardiac care)Advanced cardiac care team (heart failure and transplant patients)Responsibilities:Provide inpatient care and daily patient managementParticipate in rounding teamsDocument and manage patient care plansManage complex cardiac conditions and post-operative careAcuity & Clinical Exposure:Ventricular assist devices (VADs)Tracheostomy/ventilator-dependent patientsInotropic infusions (e.g., Milrinone, Dopamine)Chest tube management and removalExternal pacing wiresPeritoneal dialysis patientsPatient Volume:Night shift: up to 15 patients per providerRequirements:Board Certified Physician Assistant RequiredCritical Care Certification RequiredActive Texas License or willingness to obtain RequiredCredentialing:Orientation required prior to startAbout WhiteCoat Locums:- Physician owned and led agency- Highest-Pay rates on the market- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail- 100% transparency