Provider Type
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Job Type
Locum Tenens
State
West Virginia
Practice Setting
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date
1/4/2027
We are seeking a dedicated Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment in West Virginia. This role involves a flexible schedule of 7o/7off or 14o/14off, including Monday-Friday 8a-5p with night call and 24-hour weekend call. The Physician Assistant will primarily focus on CVT surgery first assist with vein harvesting, alongside inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic duties.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide first assist for Cardiovascular & Thoracic (CVT) surgery, including vein harvesting.
- Conduct inpatient rounding for surgical patients.
- Perform duties within an outpatient clinic setting.
Additional Information
- Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification - Adult Gerontology (ACNPC-AG)
- EMR: Epic
- Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Setting: Clinic and Call
- Call Schedule: Out of house call, 24-hour shifts
- Patients per day: 14-16
- LOA: 84 Days
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
