Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Charleston, South Carolina

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-207238-PA-SC Title: PA Dates Needed: July 16-22, August 14-17, September 17-21, October 1-5. November 24-December 2 Shift Type: 24-Hour Call Assignment Type: Inpatient Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Negotiable Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This inpatient facility is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate for locum tenens coverage to support the existing cardiothoracic surgery service line. The facility maintains established surgical infrastructure and protocols to support coordinated patient care across floor and operating room settings. On-site support systems are in place to ensure quality care delivery throughout the coverage period. About the Facility Location Charleston, SC offers a perfect mix of rich history, Southern food, and coastal beauty. You can stroll past historic houses, relax at Folly Beach, and browse local shops on King Street. About the Clinician's Workday The cardiothoracic surgery service line requires locum physician associate coverage for 5-7 days per month to support one full-time APP vacancy. The clinical team consists of one surgeon and two APPs covering both floor and operating room responsibilities, with 24-hour call coverage required. Clinicians must hold Endovascular Vein Harvesting certification as a condition of this assignment. Prescriptive authority is required for this position. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: Variable Support Staff: 1 surgeon, 2 APPs Patient Population: All Ages Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes Government: No Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details Employment Type: Contract