Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Critical Care Medicine Needed in MD

Job Description

We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 51-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland, starting Dec 22, 2025. This non-surgical, post-operative role offers full-time or part-time night coverage with 13-hour shifts from 7pm to 8am. The PA will provide advanced post-op care to CT surgery patients, performing procedures such as A-Lines, Swan-Ganz catheterization, chest tube insertion and removal, and pacer wire removal within an ICU. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with CVOR APPs and intensivist co-managers, managing a caseload of 4-12 patients per shift, with a maximum of 4 ICU-level patients.

Job Details

• Location: Maryland
• Start Date: Dec 22, 2025
• LOA: 51 days
• Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Night shifts, 7pm-8am, 13 hours per shift; full-time or part-time coverage

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide post-operative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients in an ICU
• Perform procedures including central line and arterial line insertion, chest tube insertion/removal, pacer wire removal, and Swan-Ganz catheterization
• Manage a patient caseload of 4-12 per shift (maximum 4 ICU-level)
• Collaborate with CVOR APPs and intensivist ICU co-managers
• Conduct detailed morning sign-out at the end of shift
• Ensure adherence to advanced cardiac life support protocols
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care
• Deliver high-quality care in a non-surgical, night shift environment

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid Maryland license
• Required certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Board certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification - Adult Gerontology (ACNPC-AG), Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Experience with critical care and post-operative CT surgery patients strongly preferred

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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