Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Virginia

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-228973-PA-VA
• Title: PA
• Dates Needed: November - December
• Shift Type: Day Shift; Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient; Clinic; OR
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This facility maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient, ICU, clinic, and operating room settings. The facility provides 24/7 call coverage requirements and on-site resources designed to facilitate coordinated surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. Established workflows are in place to support continuity of service for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

About the Facility Location

Virginia offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The region features hiking trails, scenic drives, birdwatching, horseback riding, and stargazing opportunities. Visitors may also explore caverns, vineyards, breweries, historic sites, farms and markets, and family-oriented attractions. Dining, lodging, and local events are available throughout the state, offering options suitable for a range of interests and age groups.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Physician Associate will provide full-time cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient, ICU, clinic, and operating room settings on a day shift basis from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with call coverage required from 4:30 PM through 7:00 AM the following morning. Clinical responsibilities include rounding on inpatients, seeing patients in the clinic, and working in the CVOR alongside the cardiothoracic surgeon. The clinician is expected to function as a First Assist, including performing vein harvesting during surgical procedures. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery and prescriptive authority are required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: 25 patients per day
• Support Staff: TBD
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No

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