Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Lexington, KY

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Lexington, KY
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a Locums Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide primarily weekend coverage and vacation relief in Lexington, Kentucky. The ideal candidate will be experienced in cardiothoracic surgery and proficient in first assisting with major cardiac and thoracic procedures.

This role includes responsibilities in the operating room, telemetry, and ICU , as well as inpatient rounding, procedures, and surgical duties.

Position Highlights

• 24-hour coverage

• Primarily weekend coverage and vacation relief

• Approximately 1–2 call days per week

• Approximately 1 weekend of call per month

• Weekend call runs Friday at 7:00 AM through Monday at 7:00 AM

• OR, telemetry, and ICU responsibilities

• Inpatient rounding and procedures

• First assisting in:
  • CABG

  • AVR

  • MVR

  • Thoracotomy and lung resection cases

Requirements

• Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

• Prior Cardiothoracic Surgery experience required

• Proficient with first assisting in cardiac and thoracic procedures

• Comfortable with OR, ICU, and telemetry responsibilities

• Kentucky license required

• BLS certification

• ACLS certification

• DEA registration