Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Needed in IN
- ID: 212527B
- Updated December 4th, 2025
- Job ID 212527B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State IN
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 42 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Indiana. This opportunity begins on Jan 19, 2026, with a 7 on 7 off night schedule from 7p-7a. The provider will support inpatient care, including ICU and stepdown, with daily rounding and new consults.Job Details
- Location: Indiana
- Start Date: Jan 19, 2026
- LOA: 42 days
- Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant
- Schedule: 7 on 7 off, 7p-7a, Monday through Sunday
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform daily rounding on all inpatients in ICU and stepdown units
- Evaluate and manage new consults and discharge patients
- See an average of 10-15 patients daily, with a total census of 20-30 patients
- Manage a variety of cardiovascular and thoracic surgical cases and procedures
- Utilize Cerner EMR system for documentation and patient management
Additional Information
- Must hold an active Indiana license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Comfortable with cardiovascular and thoracic surgery cases and procedures
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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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided