Cardiology Physician Assistant

Locum Opportunity: Advanced Surgical PA Thoracic/Cardiac (Robotics Preferred) Clinton Twp, MI Level II Trauma Center OR & Clinic 4x10s No Call High-Level First Assist Role We are actively seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant (PA) with a strong background in Thoracic Surgery and/or Cardiac OR first assist to support a high-volume program in Clinton Township, MI . If you're confident in the OR, thrive with autonomy, and have robotic surgery experience, this is a prime opportunity to join a nationally recognized health system. ️ Assignment Details: Start Date: ASAP Ongoing Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week (No call) Setting: OR & Pre-Op Clinic Trauma Level: II Patient Population: Adult only Documentation: EPIC EMR Primary Responsibilities: First assist on thoracic procedures (robotic lung resections, foregut surgery) Participate in robot docking and bedside surgical support Conduct pre-op testing and clinic assessments Work autonomously and as part of a high-functioning surgical team Collaborate with attending surgeons, APPs, and clinical staff Required Qualifications: Board Certified PA (NCCPA) REQUIRED Active MI license REQUIRED Significant experience in thoracic OR or cardiac first assist REQUIRED Robotic surgery experience (foregut/lung resections) HIGHLY PREFERRED BLS & ACLS certified REQUIRED Clean background REQUIRED Credentialing/application fees not reimbursed by client Client Insight: Candidates with strong cardiac OR experience may be considered if thoracic volume can be offset internally. Robotic experience is a major asset in this high-acuity surgical environment.