Surgery - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic
At a glance
About this assignment
Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant Locum Tenens | Colorado
Provider Details:
- Specialty: Cardiovascular Surgery
- Job Class: Locum Tenens
- Provider Type: Physician Assistant
- Provider Credentials: PA
- Board Status: Board Certified
- Number of Positions: 1
Shift Details:
- Estimated Start Date: January 9, 2027
- Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule: Start Date: January 31, 2025 (Duration: 4 months)
- Schedule Details: On call for 7 days straight, then off for 7 days. Includes holidays.
- Number of Shifts Needed per Month: Full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE)
- Procedures: Bread and butter CV surgery cases (CABG, MVR, AVR, dissections, etc.), elective fistula cases, and thoracic cases.
- Certifications Needed: Board Certified
- Patient Population/Case Load: Adult; averages 2-3 surgeries per day, 5-6 on the inpatient service, and 3-5 patients per day in clinic.
- Case Mix: Inpatient, Outpatient, Hospital, and Clinic
Licensing Details:
- Willing to License: No
- Estimated Privileging Timeline: 60 days
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery to join our team in Colorado. This locum tenens position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, handling a variety of cases including CABG, MVR, AVR, dissections, and more. The role involves both inpatient and outpatient duties, with a patient population primarily consisting of adults.
The ideal candidate will be board certified and possess the necessary credentials to perform complex cardiovascular procedures. The schedule includes a week on-call followed by a week off, providing a balanced work-life dynamic. This position requires a commitment to full-time coverage, and the facility is not willing to split the role among multiple providers.
If you are a qualified Physician Assistant with a passion for cardiovascular surgery and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in Colorado, we encourage you to apply.
Day to day
- Shift Details: Provider will share the burden of CV surgery clinic/hospital/surgery/call for a two-physician practice. - Overtime is not approved (salaried position). Lunch breaks are taken as needed with help from colleagues. - Support Staff: RNs. - Supervision: Provider is not required to supervise other healthcare providers.
Practice details
- Not solo coverage
- Shift pattern: 24 Hour Call
- Setting: Schedule includes being on call for 7 days straight, then off for 7 days (e.g., on call Monday–Sunday, then off call but available for cases Monday/Tuesday, and off Wednesday–Sunday). Includes holidays.
Case mix
- - Practice Setting: Inpatient, Outpatient, Hospital, and Clinic.
- - Duties: Bread and butter CV surgery cases (CABG, MVR, AVR, dissections, etc.), as well as some elective fistula cases and thoracic cases.
Call
- Call Details: 24-hour call coverage and overnight call. Activations for CV surgeries are around 1-2 per week. - Call Volume: Averages 6 calls during the day and 0 at night. Provider sees 3 patients during the day and 1 at night while on call.
Dates & schedule
- Start Date: January 31, 2025 (Duration: 4 months). - Coverage Needed: 1.0 FTE (Facility is not willing to split among multiple providers).
Licensing & requirements
- Active state license required
- Estimated privileging: 60
- Minimum 1 years' experience
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
Apply for this role
Your details go straight to a physician-led recruiter against reference JOB-03449.