Locum Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

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Locum Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant – 100% OR Coverage

Locum Tenens | Weekday Surgical Schedule | Academic Program

A leading academic cardiovascular surgery program is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for 100% operative locum coverage
, supporting a collaborative team of cardiothoracic surgeons within a high-acuity surgical environment.

Assignment Highlights:

• Schedule: 4-day work week (10-hour shifts)
• Weekends: None
• Call: Rare and only in unexpected coverage situations
• Practice Focus: 100% operating room responsibilities
• Collegial surgical team with resident and multidisciplinary support
• Consistent cardiac surgery case flow within an established program

Clinical Responsibilities

• First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures including CABG and valve surgeries
• Assist with operative exposure, cannulation, conduit harvesting, and surgical closure
• Work closely with cardiothoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary OR teams
• Maintain operative workflow efficiency and patient safety standards

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active or eligible state licensure
• Minimum 2 years cardiothoracic surgery first-assist experience
• EVH experience strongly preferred
• Ability to step into a surgical-first environment with minimal orientation

For immediate consideration please apply now with your most updated CV!