Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic for a 9-day assignment starting Jul 18, 2026, in Ohio. The successful candidate will work 8A-4P with callback on evenings and weekends, providing essential patient care including suture removal, pre-operative physical exams, ordering tests, assisting in surgery, writing prescriptions, rounding, chest tube insertions, and thoracentesis. Experience in the operating room with open heart, vascular, and thoracic surgeries is essential for this role.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Suture removal
• Pre-operative physical exams
• Order tests
• Assist in surgery
• Write prescriptions
• Rounding
• Chest tube insertions
• Thoracentesis
• Experience in the operating room with open heart surgeries, vascular surgeries, and thoracic surgeries

Additional Information

• Board Certification required in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• EMR system: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.