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

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Dec 5, 2025. This role features a variable schedule with clinic and call responsibilities, including weekday and weekend coverage, and requires proficiency in endoscopic and vessel harvesting techniques.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Start Date: Dec 5, 2025
• LOA: 90 days
• Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Clinic and call; hours to be determined. Call ratio 1:2, out-of-house call with 30-minute response time. Call back percentage: 25%.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform independent endoscopic and vessel harvesting, including radial and atrial vein harvesting
• Assist with CABG EVH, open vessel harvesting, TAVR, TACR, vascular surgery, and ECMO procedures
• Efficiently support CVOR and vascular surgery cases
• Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, draping, and surgical procedures
• Provide wound exposure, closure, and dressing application
• Appropriately handle tissue and manipulate surgical instruments
• Tie sutures, apply surgical dressings, and perform wound vac and minor debridements
• Operate complex surgical equipment, including lasers, robots, sterilizers, and diagnostic devices

Additional Information

• Must have Pennsylvania Physician Assistant license
• Required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
• Must have experience with atrial vein harvesting
• Not accepting unlicensed candidates at this time

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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