Locum Opportunity - Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) - Mishawaka, IN

Cardiothoracic Surgery PA OpportunityJoin a well-established Cardiothoracic Surgery team providing inpatient and OR coverage. This position focuses heavily on first assisting in the operating room, vein harvesting, hospital rounding, and post-operative patient management.Position DetailsAssignment Type: LocumSchedule:Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM + Night Call (4:00 PM – 7:00 AM)Saturday & Sunday: 24-Hour Call (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)Coverage Dates:September 14 – October 12October 23 – November 9November 20 – December 7Patient Volume:Outpatient: Approximately 10 patients/dayInpatient: 5–8 patients/dayEMR: EPICOpportunity HighlightsOR-first assist role with Cardiothoracic Surgery teamVein harvesting using the Maquet systemHospital rounding and inpatient managementNight and weekend call coverageCollaborative multidisciplinary care environmentConversion opportunity available ($25,000 conversion fee)ResponsibilitiesFirst Assist in Cardiothoracic surgical proceduresVein/artery harvesting using the Maquet systemHospital roundingPre-operative physical examinationsWrite prescriptionsOrder and interpret diagnostic testsChest tube and pacing wire removalWound care, including suture/staple removal and debridementCardiac rehabilitation coordinationComplete patient documentation in EPICRespond to emergencies utilizing CPR and ACLS protocolsCoordinate care with surgeons, nursing staff, respiratory therapy, cardiac rehab, and familiesCandidate RequirementsActive Indiana PA License (required at submission)NCCPA CertificationExperience with Maquet Vein Harvesting (required)Prior Cardiothoracic Surgery experienceExperienced providers only (new graduates will not be considered)Proof of COVID-19 vaccinationAbility to cover most or all requested datesLocal candidates strongly preferredSelf-Query NPDB report dated within the last 30 daysIf you're an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA with first assist and Maquet vein harvesting experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more!