Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Portsmouth, VA

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a locums assignment in Portsmouth, Virginia. This position provides primarily inpatient adult cardiothoracic surgery coverage with a combination of daytime clinical responsibilities and night/weekend call.

Position Highlights

• Minimum Commitment: 2-week on / 2-week off rotation

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Night Call: 3:00 PM–7:00 AM

• Weekend Call: 24-hour call, 7:00 AM–7:00 AM

• Weekend Rounding: Required

• Patient Population: 100% Adult

• Inpatient: 75%

• Outpatient: 25%

• Patients on Rounds: Approximately 5–10

• EMR: Epic

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient cardiothoracic surgery care for adult patients.

• Perform daily rounds and evaluate postoperative patients.

• Assist with patient management, treatment planning, and coordination of care.

• Respond to clinical needs and consults during assigned night and weekend call.

• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Complete timely and accurate documentation in Epic.

• Participate in weekend rounds and provide continuity of care.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician Assistant

• Active Virginia license

• Active DEA registration

• Cardiothoracic surgery experience required

• Ability to participate in a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation