Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Needed in MO

Job Description

We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment in Missouri, commencing May 4, 2026. This role involves 12-hour day shifts focusing on comprehensive post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients within a CTS Stepdown unit. Key responsibilities include removing pacing wires, chest tubes, and drains, along with care coordination, consults, admissions, and discharges, managing an average of 10-18 patients daily.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform removal of pacing wires
• Perform removal of chest tubes
• Perform removal of drains
• Provide care coordination
• Conduct new consults and follow-up consults
• Manage occasional admissions
• Handle patient discharges
• Provide post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients
• Manage patients with pacemakers
• See 10-18 patients per day

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR System: Epic
• Cases: CTS Stepdown unit
• Must be comfortable with post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients
• Must be comfortable with pacemakers

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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