APP - Cardiac Surgery

Royal Surgical Associates; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Surgical Associates is seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery for a locum-tenens assignment in Portland, Oregon. The role covers both inpatient and outpatient services with a mix of OR and clinic duties, including first-assist responsibilities and 24/7 on-call coverage.

The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with weekend call and on-site rounding.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice medicine
• DEA registration
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• Board certification required

Responsibilities

• Provide APP coverage for inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
• Be available for 24-hour beeper call and weekend coverage.
• Triage calls and elevate to surgeons as needed; most calls managed remotely.
• Assist in the operating room as first assistant; support venous harvest and thoracic procedures.
• Rounding on hospitalized patients with the APP team.
• Travel between hospitals and clinics as required.

Skills

First assist certification

Thoracic surgery experience

VATS

Robotics

Inpatient/outpatient care

Education

Board certification

Job description

Opportunity

Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Details

Locum Tenens position covering inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular and thoracic surgery services

Schedule

Schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts Monday through Friday plus weekend call coverage

Shift hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with full-time requirement of 35-40 hours per week

Weekend call runs Friday 7:00 AM through Monday 7:00 AM with in-house rounding followed by beeper call outside the hospital

Call frequency is approximately 1:4, equating to roughly one day per week and one weekend per month

Minimum of 10 call days per month including at least one full weekend

Dates of Need

March 1, 2027 through August 31, 2027

Clinical Work

Approximately two days per week in outpatient clinic and two days per week in the operating room

24-hour beeper call coverage required; provider works during the day and carries beeper at night

APPs triage all calls and elevate to surgeons as needed; most calls handled phone without requiring in-person visits

Inpatient rounding on hospitalized patients is shared among the APP team

Surgical caseload consists of approximately 60-70% VATS (open surgeries) and 30-40% robotics

First assist certification required; thoracic surgery experience preferred

Vein harvest using Maquet equipment and open radial or harmonic scalpel technique experience preferred

Some surgeries and procedures performed in the Minor Procedures Unit

Approximately 10 patient encounters per shift

Must be flexible to travel between hospitals and clinics

At least 5 years of recent cardiovascular surgery experience preferred but not required

Requirements

Active license, DEA, BLS, and ACLS required; board certified required

Facility

This facility is a leading regional medical center offering a comprehensive range of advanced healthcare services, including cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery. The facility operates as a Level 2 trauma center and is recognized for its cancer care, surgical programs, and multidisciplinary approach to patient treatment. It supports a collaborative APP team model with access to modern surgical technology, including robotic-assisted procedures, and serves both inpatient and outpatient populations across multiple sites.

Location

Portland, OR

Portland offers a vibrant and culturally rich Pacific Northwest lifestyle, known for its stunning natural scenery, thriving food and arts scene, and proximity to outdoor adventures including hiking, skiing, and coastal exploration. It is an exciting destination for healthcare professionals seeking a dynamic urban environment with easy access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.