Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery in Mishawaka, Indiana

Overview:

Locum tenens Physician Assistant job in Mishawaka, Indiana: support a collaborative hospital-based cardiothoracic surgery team through inpatient rounding, OR first assist, and procedural care. This Indiana Physician Assistant (PA-C) role is ideal for an experienced clinician who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment, values teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful impact in Northern Indiana near South Bend and surrounding communities. Job Details

Type:

Locum tenens contract

Work Arrangement:

On-site hospital-based role

Setting:

Cardiothoracic surgery service

Location:

Mishawaka, Indiana - a welcoming Northern Indiana community with easy access to South Bend, nearby parks, dining, and everyday amenities

Start Date:

July 6, 2026

Duration:

13 weeks

Weekly Hours:

40

Shift Duration:

8 hours

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, plus night call from 4:00 PM - 7:00 AM; Saturday and Sunday 24-hour on-call coverage

EMR:

EPIC

Estimated Weekly Pay:

$4,900-$5,250

Job Requirements

Active Indiana Physician Assistant license required at the time of submission

NCCPA certification required

Minimum of 1 year of cardiothoracic surgery experience or experience in a similar surgical setting required; new graduates will not be considered

Maquet vein harvesting experience required

Strong OR, bedside, and inpatient rounding experience in cardiothoracic surgery preferred

Ability to support night and weekend call coverage as scheduled

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required

Self-query NPDB report required within 30 days of presentation

Local candidates in Mishawaka, South Bend, and surrounding Northern Indiana communities are highly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as first assist in cardiothoracic surgery cases

Round on hospitalized patients and help manage pre- and post-operative care

Perform pre-op physical exams, write prescriptions, order tests, and complete documentation and progress notes

Assist with vein and artery harvesting using the Maquet system

Support procedures such as chest tube removal, pacing wire removal, suture and staple removal, wound care, and debridement

Provide acute and chronic patient care, including histories, physical examinations, consultations, discharge summaries, and therapy management

Interpret clinical data and collaborate with surgeons on diagnostic and therapeutic plans

Communicate treatment plans with surgeons, nursing staff, respiratory therapy, cardiac rehab staff, referring providers, and families

Respond to emergencies and support CPR and ACLS protocols when needed

Apply now

to join this cardiothoracic surgery locum tenens healthcare team in Mishawaka, Indiana. Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors. Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.