Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Location: Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica is a vibrant coastal city in Southern California, offering stunning ocean views, a thriving arts and culture scene, and year-round beautiful weather. With world-class dining, outdoor activities, and easy access to all that Los Angeles has to offer, it is an exceptional place to live and work.

Facility: This well-respected health center is a leading institution in Southern California, providing comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical services within a fully integrated clinic and hospital setting. The facility offers a collaborative and supportive environment where advanced practice providers play a vital role in patient care across the OR, ICU, and outpatient clinic.

Opportunity: Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Details: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant opportunity providing bench coverage for ongoing cardiothoracic surgery needs Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM in an integrated clinic/hospital setting Clinic is located inside the hospital, allowing OR assist, rounding, and clinic responsibilities to all be performed within a single day Call schedule is 1:2, splitting call 50/50 with one other PA Weekday call runs from 3:00 PM to 7:00 AM the following morning during call rotation Weekend call runs from 3:00 PM Friday through 7:00 AM Monday during weekend rotation Call-back frequency is approximately 1-2 times per month Guaranteed 8 hours per day with overtime applicable after 8 hours 5-8 patient encounters per shift Must be able to perform radial and endoscopic vein harvesting Must be able to interpret EKGs, X-rays, and labs Must have experience with ECMO, IABP, and Impella OR assist responsibilities required ICU and step-down patient management required Active California license and California DEA are required Board certification required; ACLS and BLS certifications required 3-5 years of cardiothoracic surgery experience highly preferred Credentialing timeframe is approximately 60-90 days Start date September 14, 2026, with ongoing coverage needs

Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.