Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery - $110 per hour

CT Assist; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

CT Assist Healthcare Staffing seeks a Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens assignment in Irvine, California. Start date May 6, 2026, duration 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on 12‑hour shifts, with rotating night call and Epic EMR.

Candidates must have 1+ year experience in cardiothoracic/cardiovascular surgery or CVICU, CVOR exposure, and be certified. Competitive pay at $100–$110 per hour plus benefits; CT Assist supports housing and travel

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ year experience in cardiothoracic/cardiovascular surgery or CVICU.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope cardiothoracic care in CVOR and CVICU.
• Work 36 hours per week on 12-hour shifts with rotating night call.
• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation.

Job description

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery - $110 per hour

CT Assist is seeking a Physician Assistant Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens job in Irvine, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Start Date: 05/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours

• Full-scope, CVOR and CVICU
• Start: May2026
• 3 months
• Call: Rotating night call
• EMR: Epic
• California
• Must have 1 or more years of experience in cardiothoracic / cardiovascular surgery / CVICU -OR- equivalent case volume
• Competitive compensation ($100-$110/Hour) and benefits packages
• Certified by The Joint Commission

CT Assist is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, age, disability, medical conditions, genetics, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in every location in which CT Assist conducts business.

KEYWORDS: PA, NP, cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, cardiac, endoscopic vein harvest, EVH, CVOR, CABG, thoracentesis, central line, arterial line, chest tube, ICU, CVICU, CTICU, CCU, stepdown

CT Assist Job ID #3719. Posted job title: Physician Assistant

About CT Assist

Why Are We Different?

CT Assist Healthcare Staffing is the only staffing company that exclusively serves:

• CVOR
• CVICU & ICU
• Perfusion
• Advanced Practice

Why only cardiac and critical care?

We were founded and are managed by active and former cardiac staff, which means we know the needs, the skills, and the challenges of cardiac and critical care staffing. We are not just recruiters, but employers who have your goals in mind while connecting you with travel, per diem, and permanent opportunities.

Why Cardiac & Critical Care Practitioners Choose Us?

Your career should be an adventure. CT Assist Healthcare Staffing specializes in making sure that the adventure is a smooth one. We offer outstanding benefits and assistance with housing and travel, including:

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Company-paid premiums for health insurance (medical, vision & dental)
• Company-paid life and accident insurance
• Company-paid liability insurance
• 401K Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Recruiters who focus on what’s best for you