Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Needed in AZ

  • ID: 223655B
  • Updated October 10th, 2026

  • Job ID 223655B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State AZ
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Start Date 10/24/2026
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Job Description

Our client in Arizona is seeking a dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 180-day assignment. This role involves 7:00 - 15:00 shifts focusing on critical procedures such as temporary pacemaker and chest tube removal, IABP removal, and Aline placement, requiring proficiency in EVH.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Perform temporary pacemaker removal
  • Execute chest tube removal
  • Manage IABP removal
  • Conduct Aline placement
  • Demonstrate proficiency with EVH (Endoscopic Vein Harvesting)
  • Utilize recent cardiothoracic surgery experience for comprehensive patient care


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • EMR: Cerner
  • Shift hours: 7:00 - 15:00


Benefits

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

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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