Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

JOB OVERVIEW

* Job ID: A-PA-69735

* Profession: Physician Assistant

* Specialty: PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

* Job Type: Locum-to-Permanent

* Location: Portsmouth, VA

* Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing

* Shift Schedule: Mon-Fri; 7a-3p

* At least 2 weeks on/off

* Call Schedule: 3p-7a (night call) & 24-hr call (7a-7a) weekends

* % of Practice: 75% IP, 25% OP

* Reason for Coverage: Short-staffed

PATIENT INFORMATION

* Patient Demographics: 100% Adult

* Rounding: 5-10 patients

FACILITY INFORMATION

* EMR: Epic

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

* Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

* Credentialing Timeline: 90-120 days

JOB REQUIREMENTS

* Board: BC/BE

* Licenses: Active VA license

* DEA: Active DEA certification

* Experience: Training/experience required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

* Provide comprehensive care to cardiothoracic surgery patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.

* First assist in cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical procedures.

* Perform daily rounds on inpatients, manage post-operative care.

* Participate in weekend rounding and call coverage (nights and weekends).

* Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.