Physician Assistant

Northeast U.S. Ongoing Coverage Need Competitive CompensationA regional healthcare system in the Northeast is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment supporting an established cardiac surgery program.This opportunity offers a mix of operative and inpatient responsibilities with a collaborative surgical team and the potential for an extended assignment.Position HighlightsLocum tenens assignmentOngoing coverage needDay shift scheduleFull-time hours availableOpportunity for contract extensionsMix of OR and inpatient responsibilitiesCollaborative cardiothoracic surgery environmentModern EMR platformTravel and lodging assistance available for qualified candidatesResponsibilitiesFirst assist in cardiothoracic surgical proceduresParticipate in perioperative patient managementConduct inpatient rounding and follow-up carePerform patient assessments and examinationsComplete documentation and care coordination activitiesWork closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and ancillary departmentsParticipate in scheduled call coverageRequirementsGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant programNCCPA certificationActive state PA license (or ability to obtain)BLS and ACLS certificationsRecent cardiothoracic surgery experienceExperience in cardiac surgery proceduresStrong communication and documentation skillsPreferred ExperienceSurgical first assist experienceInpatient cardiothoracic patient managementExperience with major EMR systemsWhy Consider This Opportunity?Established cardiac surgery service lineConsistent schedule and ongoing needStrong clinical support structureOpportunity to maintain and expand procedural skillsCompetitive compensation packageInterested in learning more?Several assignment details, schedule specifics, procedural expectations, compensation information, and facility information will be discussed directly with qualified candidates.