Full Time

    Onsite

    About the job

    Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant

    Join our team for an ongoing, full-time locum opportunity in a 100% cardiothoracic operating room near Long Island, NY. This position is ideal for advanced practice providers who are proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting and radial harvesting.

    Job Description

    • Work four 10-hour shifts in the operating room.
    • Assist in a very large cardiothoracic program with over 1,500 heart surgeries performed annually.
    • First assist in the OR, harvest conduit, vein, and artery via endoscopic or open techniques.
    • Participate in cases including all open heart surgeries from CABGs to valves, as well as heart and lung transplants.
    • Engage in procedures at a tertiary center for all cases requiring MCS support, including LVADs and ECMO.

    Benefits

    • Premium pay ranging from $120 to $160 per hour, plus 1.5x overtime for hours over 40.
    • Premium on-call pay.
    • A supportive environment where locums are treated like family members.