Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Locum Tenens CoverageatInpatient Hospital

This job at a glance:
Job Reference : ORD
- -PA-OH.
Title
: PA.
Dates Needed
: ASAP - Ongoing.
Shift Type
: 24-Hour Shift.
Assignment Type
:
Inpatient.
Call Required
:
Yes.
Board Certification Required
:
Yes.
Job Duration
:
Locums.

Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center operates as a comprehensive healthcare system serving Clark and Champaign counties as part of Ohio's largest health system. The facility provides acute care, specialized physician practices, senior living, and community outreach services anchored by a full‑service hospital with advanced cardiothoracic surgical capabilities.

The region offers diverse recreational opportunities and year‑round activities for residents and visitors. Regional attractions provide entertainment options and outdoor recreation throughout the area, with cultural venues and museums available for exploration.

The physician associate will deliver comprehensive 24‑hour cardiothoracic surgery coverage with responsibilities including prescription writing, care coordination, patient rounding, diagnostic test interpretation, test ordering, and vein harvesting procedures. The role requires managing 5-20 patients daily while maintaining board certification and prescriptive authority throughout the assignment. The clinician will work collaboratively with nursing staff and administrative support to ensure optimal patient outcomes across inpatient cardiothoracic surgery services.

All responsibilities must be performed with continuous on‑site availability and adherence to facility protocols for cardiothoracic surgical care.

• Case Load/PPD: 5-20
• Patient Population:
  Adults
• Location Type:
  On‑Site
• Prescriptive Authority
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Government:
  No