Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage atFacility in Urbana, I

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC in Illinois seeks a Physician Assistant with Cardiothoracic Surgery board certification for inpatient coverage ASAP – ongoing. Day shift 7:00 AM–4:00 PM with required call duty. On-site hospital setting, inpatient CTS service line, and fast credentialing support provided.

The ideal candidate will hold an Illinois PA license, be able to respond to CTS cases during the shift, and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure continuous coverage and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) to practice in Illinois.
• Eligible for hospital inpatient coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient cardiothoracic surgery coverage during day shifts.
• Respond to surgical cases during on-call periods.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to coordinate patient care.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery

Inpatient care

Physician Assistant Certification

Education

Physician Assistant licensure

Job description

• Job Reference Id: ORD-PA-IL
• Title: PA
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift; Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• 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 settings. The facility operates on-site and provides the resources necessary to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. On-site workflows are structured to accommodate day shift and call-based coverage for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

About the Facility Location

The Champaign-Urbana area is a community-oriented region in Illinois, home to the University of Illinois campus and notable cultural venues such as the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and the Krannert Art Museum. Outdoor spaces, including Meadowbrook Park and the Wandell Sculpture Garden, offer clinicians on assignment accessible options for leisure, with additional attractions available at Allerton Park and Retreat Center in nearby Monticello. The area supports a range of activities, from live music and athletics to youth programs, dining, and local craft beer, providing varied options during time away from clinical duties.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Physician Associate will provide inpatient cardiothoracic surgery coverage on a day shift basis from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with call coverage required as a component of this assignment. Clinical responsibilities encompass cardiothoracic surgical services within an on-site, hospital-based inpatient environment. Call is a required element of this role, and clinicians must maintain availability to respond to cardiothoracic surgical cases throughout each designated coverage period. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery is required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

• Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
• Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
• Digital hub for assignment details