Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Needed in OH
- ID: 211767B
- Updated November 10th, 2025
- Job ID 211767B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State OH
- Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
- Duration 32 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 32-day locum tenens assignment in Ohio. This opportunity begins on Nov 24, 2025, and features 12-hour night call shifts every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm to 6am. The role requires proficiency as a first assist and recent experience with the Maquet Hemopro 2 system.Job Details
- Location: Ohio
- Start Date: Nov 24, 2025
- LOA: 32 days
- Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Night call shifts every Tuesday and Thursday, 6pm-6am; on-call with approximately a 7% chance of being called in; most calls managed by phone; typically called in once every 10 shifts
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide first assist duties in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures
- Respond to night call coverage and manage patient care needs, with most issues handled remotely by phone
- Be available within a 30-minute range from the hospital for potential call-ins
- Utilize Maquet Hemopro 2 during surgical procedures as required
- Maintain required certifications and adhere to advanced cardiac life support protocols
- Document care and manage records using Epic EMR
Additional Information
- Must hold a current Ohio license
- NCCPA certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
- Recent experience with Maquet Hemopro 2 is mandatory
- Credentialing process estimated at 2-3 weeks
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