Locum Tenens Surgical Physician Assistant Opportunity
Join our team providing essential cardiac thoracic services at a community hospital and clinic. This role requires proficiency in surgical procedures, particularly atrial vein harvesting, CVOR, and vascular surgery. Enjoy varied shifts with call coverage, focusing on patient care and surgical assistance.
Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital / Outpatient Clinic
– Start Date: ASAP
– Schedule: Varied shifts with call coverage
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Reading, PA
– 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)
– Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
– Provide cardiac thoracic services and assist in surgical procedures, including CABG EVH, open vessel harvesting, TAVR, TACR, vascular surgery, and ECMO.
– Assist with patient positioning, surgical wound exposure, closure, and dressing application.
– Perform therapeutic procedures such as wound care, venipuncture, chest tube insertion and removal, suturing, and cardiac resuscitation.
– Participate in preoperative and postoperative care of patients.
Qualifications
– Experience with atrial vein harvesting and efficient surgical skills in CVOR and vascular surgery.
– Must be independent with endoscopic and vessel harvesting, including radial.
– BLS certification required.
– Board certification eligible; does not require board certification.
Working Hours
– Varied shifts with call coverage; overtime must be approved by department admin.
Skills
– Proficient in making surgical incisions and closures for endoscopic or open vessel harvesting.
– Ability to assist with invasive procedures as directed by the surgeon.
– Strong communication skills for liaising with the surgical team and postoperative patient care.
This position offers a supportive environment for a skilled Physician Assistant seeking to enhance their surgical expertise within a dynamic cardiac thoracic team.
