Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Virginia

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Dillwyn (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a Physician Assistant specialized in Cardiothoracic Surgery to provide full coverage across inpatient, ICU, clinic, and operating room settings on a day shift with on-call requirements.

The role requires board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery and prescriptive authority, with duties including rounding, clinic visits, and assisting in the CVOR, including vein harvesting.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery is required.
• Prescriptive authority is required.
• Experience as a first assist in cardiothoracic surgery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rounding on inpatients and seeing patients in clinic.
• Work in the CVOR alongside the cardiothoracic surgeon.
• Function as a First Assist, including vein harvesting during procedures.

Skills

First Assist

Vein harvesting

Cardiothoracic surgery

Education

Cardiothoracic Surgery Board Certification

Job description

Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-228973-PA-VA
• Title:PA
• Dates Needed:November - December
• Shift Type:Day Shift;Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;Clinic;OR
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This facility maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient, ICU, clinic, and operating room settings. The facility provides 24/7 call coverage requirements and on-site resources designed to facilitate coordinated surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. Established workflows are in place to support continuity of service for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

About the Facility Location

Virginia offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The region features hiking trails, scenic drives, birdwatching, horseback riding, and stargazing opportunities. Visitors may also explore caverns, vineyards, breweries, historic sites, farms and markets, and family-oriented attractions. Dining, lodging, and local events are available throughout the state, offering options suitable for a range of interests and age groups.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Physician Associate will provide full‑time cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient, ICU, clinic, and operating room settings on a day shift basis from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with call coverage required from 4:30 PM through 7:00 AM the following morning. Clinical responsibilities include rounding on inpatients, seeing patients in the clinic, and working in the CVOR alongside the cardiothoracic surgeon. The clinician is expected to function as a First Assist, including performing vein harvesting during surgical procedures. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery and prescriptive authority are required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:25 patients per day
• Support Staff:TBD
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On‑Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:Yes
• Government:No