Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

• Job Reference Id: ORD-211897-PA-SC
• Title: PA
• Dates Needed: 11/23 (7:00 AM) - 11/30 (7:00 AM); Ongoing
• Shift Type: 24-Hour Shift; In-House Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Negotiable
• Job Duration: Locums

This hospital-based facility provides comprehensive cardiovascular surgery services with advanced surgical capabilities, including dedicated support staff and modern equipment such as the EVH system (Getinge Vasoview Hemopro 2). The facility maintains 24-hour in-house coverage and is currently seeking locum tenens support during a period of active recruitment for a replacement surgical APP. Clinical resources are in place to ensure continuity of cardiovascular surgical care throughout each assigned coverage period.

Myrtle Beach, located along South Carolina's Grand Strand, offers a range of family-friendly attractions suited to varied interests. The area features Broadway at the Beach, the SkyWheel, Ripley's Aquarium, and Myrtle Waves Water Park, alongside mini golf courses, live entertainment venues, and fishing opportunities near the Apache Pier. A visit of 3 to 5 days allows sufficient time to explore the major attractions and enjoy the beach.

The Physician Associate will provide cardiovascular surgery call coverage and inpatient hospital coverage, working 7-10 days per month in blocks across inpatient and OR settings. Shifts are structured as 12-hour day shifts Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 24-hour shifts on weekends, with 24-hour in-house call required throughout the assignment. Clinical responsibilities include first assist capabilities in the OR and vein harvesting procedures utilizing the EVH system (Getinge Vasoview Hemopro 2), as well as night call with emergency surgery response when locum clinicians are present. The clinician will collaborate with 1 mid-level and 1 RN support staff during the coverage period.

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: 1 mid-level, 1 RN
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No

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