Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery PA
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Surgery-Cardiovascular
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/13/24
Job Quick Facts
• Specialty: PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Worcester, MA
• Coverage Period: Jan 1, 2023 - Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
• Reason For Need: Supplemental
• Call Schedule: 1-24 hr shift OR 2-12 hr shifts (Day or Nights)
- Mon to Fri (will start 7a)
- Weekends (will start 8a)
• Call Type: Beeper
• Rounding included: Yes
• Patient Census (Inpatient): 1-2 CVICU; 5-6 step down
• Patient Census (Outpatient): 2
• No. of Surgeries: 3-5 per week
• Physician in Group: 1 Surgeon; 5 APPs
• Case Mix: CABG TAVR, Robotic, Thoracic
• Procedures:
- EVH, Maquet, Hemopro 1
- Arterial lines, Central lines, Chest tubes, Vent management
• EMR: Meditech
• Hospital Privileges required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges available: Yes
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered
Requirements:
• Active MA license
• BC/BE
• BLS & ACLS
• DEA, CSR