Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage atFacility in Pennsylva

LocumTenens.com; Centre Hall (Centre County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a Physician Assistant to provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage in an inpatient hospital setting in Pennsylvania. This assignment requires night shifts, weekend coverage and on-call duties as needed.

The facility is a 373-bed hospital with established protocols for coordinated cardiothoracic services and a busy clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage in an inpatient, hospital-based setting.
• Night shifts, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed.

Job description

Shift Type

Day Shift; Night Shift; 24-Hour Call

Assignment Type

Inpatient

Call Required

Yes

Board Certification Required

Yes

Job Duration

Locums

PADates Needed

Ongoing

About the Facility

This 373-bed hospital has received recognition for clinical excellence on multiple consecutive occasions. The facility provides advanced non-invasive treatments, adult and pediatric emergency services, inpatient medical and rehabilitation services, and supportive health and wellness programs. Established clinical infrastructure and protocols are in place to support coordinated cardiothoracic surgery coverage throughout each assigned period.

About the Facility Location

Pennsylvania offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of family-oriented and outdoor attractions suited to varied interests. The state features amusement parks, interactive farm destinations, and historical and cultural sites. Outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, biking, boating, and fishing are available across multiple regions, providing accessible options for leisure during time away from clinical duties.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Physician Associate will provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage in an inpatient, hospital-based setting, with responsibilities spanning night shifts, weekends, and possible weekday coverage. Weekend duties include rounding on patients Saturday and Sunday, followed by subsequent on-call coverage. Call is a required component of this assignment, structured on an as-needed basis.

Additional Job Details

Case Load/PPD

Variable

Patient Population

All Ages

Call Ratio/Schedule

when needed

Location Type

On-Site

Prescriptive Authority Required

No

Government

No