Locum Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant

PALM Health; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an experienced cardiothoracic physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join their team in Northern Illinois. This exciting locum position offers flexible scheduling options, including a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off or a 7 on/7 off schedule, allowing for work-life balance. You will work alongside top-notch cardiac surgeons and participate in a full continuum of care, from assisting in surgeries to managing outpatient follow-ups. With the potential for long-term engagement, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in patient care while enjoying the benefits of a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid Malpractice Insurance

Travel Expenses Covered

Rental Car or Mileage Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Long-term Engagement Potential

Qualifications

• Experience as a cardiothoracic physician assistant or nurse practitioner is essential.
• Ability to work on varied scheduling and handle patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the operating room and assist with open heart surgeries.
• Manage outpatient duties including medication refills and patient follow-ups.

Skills

Cardiothoracic Surgery Knowledge

Patient Care

Medication Management

Surgical Assistance

Education

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Certification

Medical Degree

Job description

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We are hiring an experienced cardiothoracic physician assistant / nurse practitioner in Northern Illinois! Only an hour from Chicago!

This is a Locum CT Physician Assistant position starting in June/July working a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off schedule or a 7 on 7 off schedule! Open to varied scheduling!

Paid Malpractice Insurance, Travel, Flights, Rental Car or Mileage and MUCH MORE!

Can work on IL license while onboarding if needed!

Schedule Monday-Friday day shift, weekend call – call is only one in 3 weekends or you can take as much call as you want if your schedule varies! Work with 2.5 high profile, top-notch cardiac surgeons!

This is a full continuum of care cardiothoracic advanced practice provider position with an estimated 50%+ operating room time, first assist with all open heart cases, endoscopic vein harvesting on CABG patients, and rounding on all the inpatients. In addition, there are some outpatient duties: see postop patients in the outpatient clinic, refill medications, facilitate outpatient orders if needed, debride wounds if needed, and schedule surgery for patients who have been seen in the office as new consults and are deemed surgical candidates.

Outstanding LOCUM role with long-term potential for you! Think 12 months to 24 months!

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