Thoracic Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Connecticut

Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-PA-CT Title: PA Dates Needed: Late July - end of October Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: OR Call Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: Locums About the Facility The healthcare organization seeks a physician associate to join the thoracic team. The facility maintains modern surgical suites and inpatient units designed to support complex thoracic procedures and comprehensive patient care. About the Facility Location Connecticut offers diverse regional attractions and numerous historic sites throughout the state. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore state parks which provide hiking, fishing, bicycling, picnicking, and camping opportunities for year-round recreation. About the Clinician's Workday The thoracic physician associate will provide first assist services during surgical procedures in the operating room, conduct comprehensive patient consultations in the office setting, and manage inpatient care for thoracic surgery patients. The schedule consists of 3-4 days per week with 10-hour shifts, with call coverage unlikely to be needed. The position requires proficiency in thoracic surgical procedures and competency in both outpatient consultations and inpatient care coordination. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: 3-4 days per week Call Ratio/Schedule: Call is unlikely to be needed Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: No Government: No Responsibilities Provide first assist services during surgical procedures in the operating room. Conduct comprehensive patient consultations in the office setting. Manage inpatient care for thoracic surgery patients. Qualifications Proficiency in thoracic surgical procedures. Competency in both outpatient consultations and inpatient care coordination. Board certification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr LocumTenens.com