Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery - $115-135 per hour

CT Assist

Hershey (PA)

On-site

USD 158,000 - 186,000

Full time

41 hours ago

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Job summary

CT Assist is seeking a Physician Assistant specialized in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens position in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The role requires active PA licensure, EVH capability, and first assist duties, with Cerner as the EMR. Schedule is 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, starting 01/19/2026 for a 13-week assignment.

Compensation ranges from $115 to $135 per hour with benefits. This locum-tenens opportunity is ideal for experienced PAs seeking a temporary, inpatient

Qualifications

EVH and first assist capabilities are required.

Responsibilities

Inpatient care in cardiovascular/cardiothoracic setting.
Support surgical teams as a PA in a high-complexity environment.

Skills

EVH

First Assist

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery - $115-135 per hour

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
Start Date: 01/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours

Looking for your next locums assignment? We’d love to hear from you. We are committed to helping you find the assignment that best fits your skills and lifestyle.

Start ASAP
6 months
Days
EVH and first assist
PA license required
EMR: Cerner
Location: PA
Competitive compensation ($115-$135/Hour) and benefits packages
Certified by The Joint Commission

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
Discipline: Physician Assistant
Start Date: 01/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Locum Tenens

Looking for your next locums assignment? We’d love to hear from you. We are committed to helping you find the assignment that best fits your skills and lifestyle.

CT Surgery Physician Assistant, Locums
Start ASAP
6 months
Days
Inpatient
EVH and first assist
PA license required
EMR: Cerner
Location: PA
Competitive compensation ($115-$135/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 #3107. 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: