Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular Surgery Locum Tenens Opportunity near Petersburg, VA (ASAP - Ongoing)
We are actively seeking a Board-Certified Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Cardiovascular Surgery for an exciting locum tenens opportunity near Petersburg, VA. This position is ideal for a highly skilled PA with experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing essential coverage due to a staffing change from full-time to PRN. This opportunity requires a PA who is comfortable supporting a surgeon in a hospital-based environment and working within a collaborative team.
Position Details:
- Position Type: Locum Tenens, covering both inpatient and outpatient services.
- Start Date: ASAP - Ongoing.
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with weekend and on-call responsibilities.
- Call Requirements: "First call" and on-call for surgery, with a 1:5 call ratio.
- Weekend Requirements: Yes.
- Work Setting: Hospital-based, providing outpatient and inpatient coverage with 24-hour surgeon support.
- Average Caseload:
- Inpatient: 1-2 cases per day with PRN rounding.
- Outpatient: 3-6 patients per clinic day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform critical Cardiovascular Surgery procedures including CVICU, EVH, CABG, ECMO, and VALVE surgeries.
- Provide care to adult and geriatric patients in a hospital-based setting.
- Assist in managing complex cardiovascular cases with the support of a 24-hour surgeon team.
Requirements:
- Board Certification (NCCPA): Required.
- Active Virginia License: Required.
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS (Required).
- Local Candidates: Highly preferred for quick onboarding and availability.
- Experience with EPIC EMR is essential, as documentation will be completed using this system.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Daily Rate: Competitive daily rate offered for 40 hours per week.
- On-Call Pay: Additional compensation for on-call shifts.
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a work schedule that accommodates both weekdays and weekends.
Credentialing and Timeline:
- Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 120 days. Emergency/Temp Privileges: Not available.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team in a hospital-based environment, providing essential cardiovascular care. If you are a Board-Certified PA with experience in Cardiovascular Surgery and are looking for a locum tenens position with competitive pay and flexible scheduling, this could be the ideal role for you.
Job ID: j-248683
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