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Locum Tenens Surgical Advanced Practice Jobs

Explore Locums Surgical Opportunities with AMN Healthcare

Are you a Surgical Physician Assistant Advanced Practice professional seeking locums job opportunities? Look no further! AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding temporary positions that align with your career goals. With a total of 8 Locum Tenens Surgical jobs currently available, your next exciting opportunity awaits.

Competitive Compensation for Temporary Physician Assistant Surgical Jobs Awaits You

When it comes to compensation, AMN Healthcare ensures that our locums opportunities are both rewarding and competitive. The pay rates for our current temporary Surgical Advanced Practice jobs range from $26k per year to $224k yearly. In the last year, average pay rate based on Physician Assistant jobs was $195k per year. As of Aug 20, 2026, the average annual salary for available locum tenens Surgical jobs stands at $149k per year.

Stay Informed About Salary Trends for Locums Surgical Jobs

Understanding the salary landscape is crucial when evaluating your career options. Based on historical data from the last year of posted locum tenens Surgical jobs, the average annual salary remains steady at $195k per year. Additionally, the highest paying job for a temporary Surgical position in the past year reached $295k annually, illustrating the potential for substantial earnings in the Surgical Physician Assistant field.

Flexible Start Dates to Suit Your Schedule

AMN Healthcare recognizes the importance of flexibility in your career. As of Aug 20, 2026, we offer temp Surgical jobs with various starting dates, including Sep 3, 2026 (8 jobs). This flexibility allows you to plan your assignments according to your preferences, making your transition into a new role seamless.

Diverse Facilities Hiring Surgical Physician Assistant Professionals

Temporary Surgical jobs for Physician Assistant Advanced Practices span across various healthcare facilities, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (30 jobs), Clinic (4 jobs), Hospital (3 jobs), and Imaging Center (2 jobs) facilities. This diversity not only broadens your options for gaining new experience but also provides valuable networking opportunities.

Benefits of a Locums Surgical Job

Opting for a temporary position offers unique benefits, including:

  • Variety and Adventure: Locums roles allow you to work in different settings and healthcare institutions, offering a diverse and enriching experience.
  • Flexibility: You have control over your schedule, enabling you to achieve a desirable work-life balance.
  • High Earning Potential: Locums positions often come with competitive pay rates, offering you the opportunity to earn a significant income while maintaining flexibility.
  • Skill Enhancement: Exposure to various healthcare environments enhances your clinical skills and adaptability.

Ready to embark on your next locums adventure? Explore our exclusive Locums Surgical jobs on AMNHealthcare.com and take the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career in healthcare. Your dream job is just a click away!

Search Top Paying Locum Tenens Surgical Jobs in the U.S.

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Find Surgical Jobs in North Carolina

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Surgical positions available in North Carolina.
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General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$102 to $110
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: Schedule: No callPractice Setting: Inpatient and outpatientTypes of Cases: General surgeryCredentialing Timeframe: 60 to 90 daysElectronic Medical Record: EpicCertifications Required: Board Certified Physician Assistant in General Surgery, Basic Life SupportLicensure Required: North Carolina Physician Assistant license
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General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$102 to $110
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: ?Schedule: As soon as possible, ongoing, no callPractice Setting: Inpatient and telehealthTypes of Cases: Post-surgical rounding, facial trauma consultations, telehealth facial trauma consultationsCredentialing Timeframe: 60 to 90 daysElectronic Medical Record: EpicCertifications Required: Basic Life Support, Board CertificationLicensure Required: Active North Carolina physician assistant license
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Find Surgical Jobs in South Carolina

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Surgical positions available in South Carolina.
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Trauma Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Trauma Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 24-hour in-house coverage with after-hours call coverage
  • Setting: Hospital 
  • Types of Cases: General trauma surgery cases
  • Requirements: Board Certification and Active South Carolina license, Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR): EClinical Works 
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$107 to $116
Daily Pay*
This facility is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 24-hour call coverage, 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM. Coverage needs include 10/1 at 7:00 AM – 10/5 at 7:00 AM, 10/16 at 7:00 AM – 10/19 at 7:00 AM, and 11/24 at 7:00 AM – 12/2 at 7:00 AM. Ongoing need for 2-7 days of coverage per month.
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital setting, including operating room and floor coverage.
  • Types of Cases: Cardiothoracic Surgery. Must have experience with endovascular vein harvesting (EVH), endovascular procedures, and surgical vein harvesting. Provider will assist with complex cardiovascular surgeries.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: Not specified.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): eClinicalWorks (eCW).
  • Certifications Required: Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH) Certification. Additional certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, ATLS) not specified.
  • Licensure Required: Active South Carolina Physician Assistant license required.
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Find Surgical Jobs in California

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Surgical positions available in California.
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Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity:Schedule: 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.Practice Setting: Level Two Trauma CenterTypes of Cases: Adult trauma and critical care patients; trauma service management, admissions, discharges, and patient monitoringRequired Procedures: Central venous catheter insertion, arterial line insertion, chest tube insertion and removal, cervical spine clearance, fracture and dislocation reductions, laceration repair, incision and drainage, wound debridement, burn management, drain removal, and suture removalLicensure Required: Active California Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license; California Furnishing Number for Nurse Practitioners; California Controlled Substance Education Course for Physician Assistants; Drug Enforcement Administration registrationCredentialing Timeframe: *Estimated Credentialing Time Frame: Within 15-30 days of receipt of FULLY completed application*Certifications Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or American Nurses Credentialing Center certification
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Find Surgical Jobs in Montana

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Surgical positions available in Montana.
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Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • September 3, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: ASAP ongoing; 7 days on/7 days off. Shifts are 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. No call coverage.
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient; 100% inpatient floor coverage with no operating room responsibilities.
  • Types of Cases: Neurosurgical inpatient management including post-operative care, neurocritical care, trauma, spinal and cranial neurosurgery patients. Coverage includes the Medical Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, and Emergency Department.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 90 days.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner.
  • Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
  • Licensure Required: Montana license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) eligibility/license.
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Nationwide Statistics on Surgical Locums Jobs

At AMN Healthcare, we try to provide you with the data you need to make a decision about working a Surgical locum tenens job. We’ve compiled information about salary ranges and trends across the US over the last 3 months, along with other important data about types of healthcare facilities offering work so you have the latest at your fingertips.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locums Surgical Jobs

How many Locums Surgical Physician Assistant jobs are available in the US from AMN?

As of 8/20/26, AMN Healthcare had 8 exclusive job opportunities for Locums Surgical PA professionals in the US.

What is the salary range for Locums Surgical PA jobs in the US today?

Pay rates for Surgical professionals in the US currently range from $13 to $116 per hour for locums positions.

What is the historical salary range for Locums Surgical PA jobs in the US?

Based on the last 12 months of data, pay rates for Surgical jobs in the US have ranged from $13 to $152 per hour for locums positions.

What is the average salary for a Locums Surgical Physician Assistant?

Based on historical data, the average pay for Locums Surgical jobs in the US is $101 per hour for locum positions.

Which types of facilities hire the most Locums Surgical Physician Assistants in the US?

Of the 88 Surgical jobs recently filled for Locum Tenens Advanced Practice positions, the types of facilities hiring included Short Term Acute Care Hospital, Hospital, and Clinic facilities.

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.