Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiology Critical Care Needed in VA

Job Description

Our client in Virginia is seeking a skilled Cardiology Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day assignment starting Sep 1, 2026. The role involves 7am-4pm shifts, including weekend coverage, primarily working on a cardiothoracic surgery step-down unit. You will manage post-op and occasional pre-op patients, round, review patient data, enter orders, and perform procedures like pulling chest tubes and pacing wires under supervision.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work on the cardiothoracic surgery step-down unit.
• Primarily manage post-op patients, with occasional pre-op patient management.
• Provide weekend coverage for all non-ICU CTS patients, with support from a second APP and Cardiothoracic Physicians.
• Perform patient rounds, review medications, labs, and imaging.
• Review surgeon notes and enter orders.
• Document brief progress notes when a plan of care or medication adjustment is required.
• Pull chest tubes and pacing wires on weekends, initially under the direct supervision of an attending physician.
• Perform chest removal and pacing wire removal under direct supervision.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR: Epic
• Shift hours: 7am-4pm

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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