Overview:
A Level II trauma facility is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to provide coverage for both scheduled clinic duties and call. This role requires strong experience in cardiac surgery, including vein harvesting and operative support.

Compensation:

$200/hr

Assignment Details:

Start: June 7, 2026
Ongoing coverage available

Schedule:

June 7 (8:00 AM) – June 14 (8:00 AM)
Weekdays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM + night call
Weekends: 24-hour call
Call ratio: 1:2
Ongoing dates available

Practice Details:

Setting: Hospital (Level II Trauma Center)
EMR: Not specified
Mix of clinic, OR support, and call coverage
Cardiothoracic surgery program with moderate case volume

Case Volume:

~125 CABG cases annually (few emergent)

Responsibilities:

First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures
Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)
Provide inpatient and perioperative patient care
Participate in clinic coverage
Take weekday night call and weekend 24-hour call
Collaborate with surgical team and hospital staff

Requirements:

Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Required
Active Iowa License – Required
Minimum 2 years Cardiothoracic Surgery experience – Required
EVH experience – Required
ACLS and BLS – Required
Clean malpractice/background – Required
NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) – Required
Must be able to cover listed dates – Required

Credentialing:

Must be able to obtain privileges prior to start"


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