Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Locums - Hartford, Connecticut, Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery Job Clinical Role Join a Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Hartford, Connecticut, providing inpatient-only locum coverage across two hospital sites. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant who can work autonomously while supporting surgical services, rounding, and patient care needs. Assignment Details Start Date: As soon as credentialed Assignment Length: 6-12-month contract Reason for Coverage: Recruitment efforts and summer vacation coverage Schedule: Monday-Friday8-hour day shiftsPotential call and 24-hour shifts Provider Model: Autonomous practice settingSupervising physician will not be present during assignment Practice Setting Inpatient only at both sites Facility Details Level I Trauma Center Adult, adolescent, and geriatric patient population Average patient volume: Approximately 10 patients per day No new graduates accepted Local providers required Clinical Responsibilities Perform pre-operative physical examinations Diagnose and treat illnesses Order and interpret diagnostic tests Assist in cardiothoracic surgery procedures Write prescriptions Coordinate patient care Perform inpatient rounding Provide autonomous patient management Required Procedures Placement of central venous catheters Placement of dialysis catheters Placement of arterial lines Placement of intra-aortic balloon pumps Endoscopic retrieval procedures Support & Technology EMR System: Epic Requirements Board Certified NCCPA required Active Connecticut license required at time of submission Minimum 1 year of experience required Epic experience preferred ACLS required BLS required Must be able to perform all required duties Must be able to perform all required procedures Local provider required Preferred Qualifications Cardiothoracic Surgery experience Experience working independently in an inpatient surgical environment Organization & Team Established Cardiothoracic Surgery program Level I Trauma Center environment Collaborative multidisciplinary surgical team Long-term locum opportunity About Hartford, Connecticut Location & Access: Hartford is the capital city of Connecticut and offers convenient access throughout New England, including Boston and New York City. Lifestyle & Community: Hartford features historic neighborhoods, cultural attractions, museums, restaurants, and a growing downtown community. Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy nearby parks, hiking trails, rivers, state forests, and year-round outdoor activities throughout Connecticut. Attractions: Hartford is home to attractions including the Connecticut State Capitol, Mark Twain House, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and Bushnell Park. Quality of Life: Hartford offers a blend of city amenities, New England charm, excellent healthcare access, and convenient regional travel. What RecruitWell Provides A+ rated malpractice coverageWeekly direct deposit24/7 dedicated recruiter supportProfessional onboarding and credentialing assistance RecruitWell's Core Values Open communicationSense of urgencyTeamworkAccountabilityDriven to winHigher consciousness