Job Description
Join an esteemed cardiovascular surgery team in a dynamic hospital setting as a Physician Assistant specializing in surgical care. The position offers a unique blend of patient interaction, without operating room responsibilities, to provide comprehensive support to cardiac and vascular surgeons. Enjoy a structured 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule with rotational on-call duties.

Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital
– Start Date: February
– Schedule: 4-day, 10-hour shifts, 1 in 4 weeks on call, 1 weekend per month
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Lansing, MI
– Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

Job Responsibilities
– Rounding and providing support to cardiovascular and vascular surgeons
– Managing patient load averaging 15 patients per day with increased volume on weekends
– Conducting assessments in CVICU, CVSU, and vascular units

Qualifications
– Board Certified in APP
– BLS and ACLS Certifications
– Active State Medical License in Michigan or eligibility under NLC
– Clean malpractice and license history highly preferred
– Experience with Epic EMR
– Willingness to accept experienced new graduates

Working Hours
– Nights
– On-call requirement: 1 in 4 weeks, 1 weekend per month

Skills
– Proficient in Epic EMR
– Strong team collaboration and patient management abilities
– Effective communication and problem-solving skills for high-paced environments