3xPhysician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothora

BAS HealthCare; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 96,432 - 137,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance included

Weekly pay

Job summary

BAS HealthCare seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) for cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery in Fort Wayne, IN. Role includes daily inpatient rounding on all units, new consults, and patient discharges with in-house call coverage.

Preference given to those with cardiothoracic experience, EVH proficiency, and current board certification. Locums-to-perm with a 7 on/7 off schedule, start August 1, 2026, onsite coverage required.

Qualifications

• NP or PA must have cardiothoracic experience.
• Proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH).
• Board certification and Indiana license or IMLC are required.

Responsibilities

• Daily inpatient rounding (ICU and step‑down).
• Manage new consults and patient discharges.
• Provide medical management and call coverage for inpatient care, ER, and transfers.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery experience

EVH experience

Board certification (PA)

ICU rounding

Job description

Location

Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne is Indiana's second‑largest city, offering a vibrant community with a rich arts scene, diverse dining options, and affordable cost of living. Known for its friendly Midwestern charm, the city provides an excellent quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions.

Facility

This medical group is a well‑established healthcare organization providing comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical services in the Fort Wayne region. The facility handles a high acuity patient population, including complex adult cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries, supported by a dedicated team of surgeons and clinical staff.

Opportunity

Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant – Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Details

• Locums-to-Perm opportunity with a preferred 7 on/7 off schedule, Monday through Sunday
• Monday through Friday onsite coverage from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; providers must arrive at 7 a.m. to attend the daily CV Surgery Morning Meeting
• Saturday and Sunday: 24‑hour coverage with approximately 4 hours of onsite rounding beginning at 6 a.m.
• Temporary/emergency privileges are available
• NP or PA must have cardiothoracic experience; PAs must be proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) with approximately 500 cases or 10 years of experience
• Primary responsibilities include daily rounding on all inpatients (ICU and step‑down units), new consults, and patient discharges
• Medical management and call coverage for inpatient care, ER consultations, and transfers from outside hospitals
• Weekday call hours: 4:30 p.m. to 6 a.m.; weekend call hours: 5 p.m. to 5 a.m. (with rounding nurse support from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends to assist with first‑line phone calls and orders)
• One night of call per week may be expected depending on schedule model
• OR responsibilities include EVH using HemaPro 2, assisting with open vein harvest or endoscopic vein harvesting, possible first assist on cases, and potential OR call for emergencies on weekends
• Opportunity to help train new APPs on EVH technique
• Cardiac services include all adult cardiac surgeries: CABG, valve procedures, aortic dissections, LVAD, ECMO, and Impella support
• Thoracic services include robotic surgeries, VATS, thoracotomies, lobectomies, wedge resections, decortications, and mediastinal mass procedures (no esophageal cases)
• Vascular services include all types of open vascular surgeries including CEA, AAA, and leg revascularization procedures
• High acuity patient population with 8–10 inpatient encounters per shift
• Board certification required; Indiana license or IMLC required to be considered
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Estimated credentialing timeframe: 30 days
• A personal laptop is required for call coverage
• Nearest airport: Fort Wayne International Airport
• Start date: August 1, 2026 – Ongoing

Compensation

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.