Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Savann

LocumTenens.com; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Dedicated deployment specialist

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Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a Physician Assistant for weekend cardiothoracic surgery coverage in Savannah, GA. The assignment involves 24-hour call with Friday through Monday morning, inpatient rounds in the CVICU, ED consultations, and management of CT surgery cases with a 30-minute recall.

The role requires vein harvesting certification and Georgia medical licensure. You will work with one surgeon and two APPs using the EPIC EMR, with a busy case load and on-site staffing.

Qualifications

• Georgia medical licensure required.
• Vein harvesting certification required.
• CT surgery experience preferred.
• EPIC EMR proficiency helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekend cardiothoracic surgery coverage with 24-hour call Friday through Monday morning.
• Rounding on the CVICU and emergency department consultations.
• Manage all CT surgery-related cases with a 30-minute recall requirement.
• Collaborate with 1 surgeon and 2 APPs using the EPIC EMR system.

Education

Georgia medical licensure

Vein harvesting certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-210440-PA-GA
• Title: PA
• Dates Needed: 12/21 7a - 1/4 7a
• Shift Type: 24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Negotiable
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This Medical Center in Savannah operates a comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery service line with advanced surgical capabilities. The facility currently has 2 full-time APP vacancies, requiring locum coverage to maintain sustainable 24/7 operations with 1 OR-capable APP and PRN support. The hospital maintains modern equipment including EPIC EMR systems and provides specialized CVICU care with dedicated floor and OR nursing staff.

About the Facility Location

Savannah offers diverse outdoor activities including dolphin tours, riverboat cruises, and visits to wildlife centers and national refuges. Historic attractions feature squares, parks with fountains, and waterfront areas, while entertainment options range from theatre performances to ghost tours. Recreational facilities include adventure golf courses and beach parks, providing options for both active exploration and leisurely sightseeing throughout this coastal Georgia destination.

About the Clinician's Workday

The physician associate will provide weekend cardiothoracic surgery coverage with 24-hour non-restrictive call responsibilities from Friday through Monday morning. The role requires comprehensive patient rounding on the CVICU, emergency department consultations, and managing all CT surgery-related cases with a 30-minute recall requirement. The clinician will handle both cardiovascular and thoracic cases, averaging 8 patients daily, while working collaboratively with 1 surgeon and 2 APPs using the EPIC EMR system. Vein harvesting certification and Georgia medical licensure are mandatory requirements for this position.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: TBD
• Support Staff: 1 Surgeon, 2 APPS, floor and OR nurse structure.
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 24-hour non-restrictive call coverage Friday - Monday am
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

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• Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
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• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
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