Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage - Inpatient and Outpatient - Kentucky

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-213195-PA-KY Title: PA Dates Needed: July 1 - August 31, 2026 Shift Type: Day Shift; Call Assignment Type: Inpatient; Outpatient Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This 383-bed hospital in Northern Kentucky provides comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services with established protocols for quality patient care delivery. The facility maintains modern surgical equipment and utilizes the EPIC EMR system for documentation and care coordination. The medical center employs dedicated support staff including Physician Associates and APRNs to ensure continuity of care across the cardiothoracic surgery service line. About the Facility Location Kentucky offers diverse attractions including the Louisville Mega Cavern and Mammoth Cave, providing underground exploration opportunities alongside the Ark Encounter specialty museum. The state features outdoor activities such as horseback riding at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington and zip lining through forested areas. Visitors can access sporting events, concerts, theater performances, and dining establishments throughout the region. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery coverage working Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with 1 week per month of Monday through Thursday weeknight call from 5 PM to 7 AM as 2nd Call/Backup. The position involves assisting with cardiothoracic surgery procedures and vascular components with limited rounding responsibilities. The clinician will collaborate with 3 Physician Associates who provide first assist services and 3 APRNs who handle office consultations Monday through Thursday. Documentation must be maintained through the EPIC EMR system for all patient encounters and surgical procedures. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: 2-4 surgeries per day Support Staff: 3 Physician Associates who first assist in surgery, 3 APRNs in office Patient Population: All Ages Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes Government: No Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details Employment Type: Contract