Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery

A hospital in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery for a 120-day locum tenens assignment starting on 07/21/2025. This role offers a varied schedule, including two Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday shifts per month, with weekday shifts from 7 AM to 5 PM and 4-hour rounding on Saturdays. The position involves on-call duties during weekdays and weekends, with low call intensity. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with a range of cardiothoracic procedures, including CABG, bronchoscopy, and various chest and mediastinal surgeries. This opportunity focuses primarily on cardiac (75%) and lung/chest (20%) cases, with minimal vascular and trauma work, utilizing the Epic electronic health record system.

Job Description

• Assist in a variety of cardiothoracic procedures, including CABG, bronchoscopy, and chest surgeries
• Perform pre-operative assessments and post-operative care
• Conduct patient rounds and manage post-surgical care
• Provide on-call coverage during weekdays and weekends (low intensity)
• Collaborate with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for patient documentation
• Manage care for cardiac (75%) and lung/chest (20%) cases primarily
• Assist in procedures such as atrial ablation/maze, femoral-femoral bypass grafts, and pericardial window creation
• Participate in sternal debridement and excision of chest and mediastinal masses/tumors

Requirements

• Wisconsin state license is mandatory for this position

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Additional Information

• Priority dates: June 18th 7 AM - June 23rd 7 AM, July 3rd 7 AM - July 14th 7 AM
• Possibility of assignment extension

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.