Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Needed in IN

Job Description

We are seeking a Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic for an exciting 126-day assignment with our client in Indiana. Starting Mar 30, 2026, this role involves 7p-7a shifts focusing on daily inpatient rounds, new consults, and patient discharges, managing an average of 10-15 patients within a total census of 20-30.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform daily rounding on all inpatients, including those in ICU and stepdown units.
• Conduct new patient consults and manage patient discharges.
• Manage an average daily patient load of 10-15, with a total census typically ranging from 20-30 patients.
• Address critical care needs for cardiac cases including adult cardiac surgeries (CAB, valves, aortic dissections), high-acuity patients, and very sick individuals.
• Handle thoracic surgeries, primarily robotic procedures but also VATs and thoracotomies, covering all thoracic surgeries except esophageal procedures (e.g., lobectomies, wedge resections, decortications, mediastinal mass).
• Manage open vascular surgeries, such as CEA, AAA, and leg revascularizations.
• Provide care for heart failure patients, including those with LVAD, ECMO, and Impella devices.
• Focus strictly on critical care; this role does not include first assist duties.

Additional Information

• EMR: Cerner

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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