Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Virginia

• Job Reference Id: ORD-221434-PA-VA
• Title: PA
• Dates Needed: January 2027 - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This large hospital in Virginia provides comprehensive inpatient cardiothoracic surgical services with established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support quality patient care delivery. The facility maintains on-site resources to facilitate coordinated care for the cardiothoracic surgery service line throughout each assigned coverage period. Clinicians will work on-site within a structured inpatient environment.

Virginia offers a range of regional attractions suited to varied interests, including historic sites, national parks, and performing arts venues. The area features year-round recreational and cultural options, including outdoor activities and shopping destinations throughout the region.

Clinicians will provide full-scope cardiothoracic surgery coverage in an inpatient setting on a day shift basis, working a 5x8 schedule two weeks per month. Clinical responsibilities include floor rounding, endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH), and radial artery harvesting. Call coverage is required on a 1:4 rotation encompassing weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The initial stretch of this assignment is anticipated to be six months, with coverage continuing on an ongoing basis thereafter.

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 1:4
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No

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