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
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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