Locum - NP/PA - Surgeon - Cardiothoracic Mishawaka, IN

LOCUM Cardiothoracic Surgery NP/PA Mishawaka, Indiana

OR First Assist | Vein Harvesting | Day + Call Schedule

365 Healthcare is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery NP or PA for a locum opportunity in Mishawaka, Indiana. This assignment provides first assist surgical support, inpatient rounding, and call coverage within a collaborative cardiothoracic surgery team.

This is a procedure-focused role with a strong emphasis on OR coverage and vein harvesting expertise.

Schedule Model

Monday Friday: 7:00 AM 4:00 PM Night call: 4:00 PM 7:00 AM Weekend call: 24-hour coverage (7:00 AM 7:00 AM)

Coverage Needed

Start ASAP Ongoing coverage Full-time availability preferred

Practice Overview

Cardiothoracic surgery program Combination of OR and inpatient responsibilities Average daily volume: ~10 outpatient ~58 inpatient EMR: Epic

Clinical Scope

First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures Endoscopic vein/artery harvesting (Maquet system required) Inpatient rounding and post-operative management OR call coverage with callback as needed

Clinical Responsibilities

Assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures Perform vein and artery harvesting Conduct pre-operative assessments and post-operative care Manage chest tubes, pacing wires, and wound care Perform suture and staple removal Order and interpret diagnostic tests Develop and manage patient care plans Collaborate with surgeons, nursing, and multidisciplinary teams Respond to emergencies using ACLS protocols

Practice Environment

OR-focused role with consistent surgical volume Collaborative cardiothoracic surgery team Balanced schedule between OR and inpatient care High-acuity surgical environment

Qualifications

NP or PA certification (AANP or NCCPA) Active Indiana license (in hand) Cardiothoracic surgery experience required Experience with Maquet vein harvesting First assist experience required BLS/ACLS proficiency Clean malpractice and background history NPDB Self-Query report required Local candidates preferred

Why Partner with 365 Healthcare

Dedicated specialty-specific consultants 24/7 award-winning service NALTO Member Competitive compensation A-rated malpractice coverage Paid travel and housing

Take the Next Step

Cardiothoracic NP/PA locum opportunities with OR first assist and specialized surgical experience are highly sought after.

Apply today and connect with 365 Healthcare to discuss your availability and rate.