Locum Physician Assistant; PA - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Syracuse, NY

Position: Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Syracuse, NY

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Syracuse, NY
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 75 Days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Syracuse, New York, 13203!
We are seeking an experienced Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This role starts on Feb 1, 2026, and features a Monday through Friday schedule, 7:00am to 5:00pm, with variable evening call. The position focuses on hospital-based cardiac surgery, operating room first assist, and includes some ICU and floor coverage.

Job Details

• Location:
  
  New York
• Facility Type:
  Hospital
• Start Date:
  
  Feb 1, 2026
• LOA: 75 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant
• Schedule:
  
  Monday through Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm; call varies (1–2 evenings per week, operating call from home)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as first assist in cardiac surgery cases in the operating room
• Perform vein harvesting for bypass conduit procedures
• Insert chest tubes as clinically indicated
• Retrieve vascular tissues for use in bypass surgery
• Provide coverage in the ICU and on the hospital floor as needed
• Participate in call coverage, including 1–2 evenings per week from home
• Support postoperative patient management in collaboration with the cardiac surgery team
• Apply advanced knowledge of cardiac surgery and perioperative care

Additional Information

• Active NCCPA certification required
• Current New York State license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Board certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery preferred
• Must have prior experience in cardiac surgery, first assist, and vein harvesting
• Robotic surgery experience is a plus

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

Continuously learn and grow by adapting to various clinical environments, enhancing your skill set and versatility.

Enjoy the freedom to choose assignments without being tied down to extended contracts, allowing for exploration and flexibility.

Tailor patient care approaches to individual needs and preferences, free from institutional protocols or constraints, fostering patient-centered care and satisfaction.

Test different specialties and practice settings to find your niche, discovering new interests and passions along the way.

Work in environments that prioritize ethical practice standards and patient advocacy, upholding professional integrity and moral principles in healthcare delivery.

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