Surgery - General Physician Assistant

We are seeking a

LocumsCardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

to provide primarily weekend coverage and vacation relief in Lexington,Kentucky. The ideal candidate will be experienced in cardiothoracic surgery andproficient in first assisting with major cardiac and thoracic procedures. This role includes responsibilities in the

operating room,telemetry, and ICU

, as well as inpatient rounding, procedures,and surgical duties. Position Highlights

24-hour coverage Primarily weekend coverage and vacation relief Approximately

1-2 call days per week Approximately

1 weekend of call per month Weekend call runs

Friday at 7:00 AM through Monday at 7:00 AM OR, telemetry, and ICU responsibilities Inpatient rounding and procedures First assisting in: CABG AVR MVR Thoracotomy and lung resection cases Requirements

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Prior

Cardiothoracic Surgery

experience required Proficient with first assisting in cardiac and thoracic procedures Comfortable with OR, ICU, and telemetry responsibilities Kentucky license required BLS certification ACLS certification DEA registration