Critical Care | Physician Assistant

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Cardiac Surgery / Critical Care | Roanoke, VA


Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Cardiac Surgery ICU in Roanoke, VA. 13-week assignment at a Level 1 Trauma Center supporting complex cardiothoracic patients and working with a multidisciplinary critical care team.


Job Details

• Location: Roanoke, Virginia (24014) - Roanoke, VA; Southwest Virginia; Blue Ridge Mountains
• Setting: Cardiac Surgery ICU / Cardiothoracic Critical Care, Level 1 Trauma Center
• Assignment Dates: 9/21/2026 - 12/21/2026
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts (7:00am - 8:00pm); 5 shifts per week
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $4,650 - $4,980
• Role Type: Locum Tenens PA / Critical Care PA / Travel PA job

Summary / Hook


Join a high-acuity cardiac surgery ICU as a locum tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Roanoke, VA. Provide advanced critical care for post-cardiothoracic surgery patients and manage mechanical circulatory support within a supportive, team-oriented environment.


Job Requirements (Qualifications)

• Active Physician Assistant license (PA-C) in the applicable state or ability to obtain state licensure
• Minimum 1 year experience in critical care, cardiac surgery ICU, or cardiothoracic critical care - critical care PA experience preferred
• Experience with or strong interest in cardiothoracic surgery and advanced mechanical circulatory support (ECMO, LVAD, IABP, Impella)
• Ability to practice autonomously in a fast-paced ICU and collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, and APPs
• Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills
• Willingness to reside in/near Roanoke, VA for the duration of the assignment

Responsibilities

• Manage adult patients post-complex cardiothoracic surgeries (aortic surgery, CABG, thoracic, valve procedures)
• Collaborate with attending physicians and advanced practice providers to manage advanced mechanical circulatory support devices (ECMO, IABP, LVADs, Impella, RVADs)
• Perform and maintain competency in ICU procedures: bronchoscopy support, central venous catheter placement, arterial line insertion, chest tube management
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies (labs, imaging, hemodynamic data) and implement timely treatment plans
• Respond to critical and emergent situations with rapid assessment, stabilization, and escalation when needed
• Contribute to optimizing patient experience, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes in the cardiac ICU

Benefits & Highlights

• Competitive weekly pay for locum tenens PA roles
• Work at a Level 1 Trauma Center with a high-acuity cardiothoracic program
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team of surgeons, intensivists, nurses, and APPs
• Opportunity to gain/expand cardiothoracic critical care and mechanical circulatory support experience
• Scenic location with easy access to outdoor recreation around the Blue Ridge Mountains

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Roanoke, VA. Submit your CV and availability or contact us for more details about this cardiac surgery ICU assignment.


Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.


Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.