LT - APP - Cardiothoracic Surg Opening in Reading, PA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Radiology-Cardiothoracic
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
6/26/24
Locum Tenens Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant, Reading, PA
Dates: ASAP to Ongoing
Rate: Negotiable (tell us your rate)
Details:
Provide cardiac thoracic services in a community hospital and corresponding clinic.
Efficient surgical skills required for CVOR and vascular surgery.
Must be independent with endoscopic and vessel harvesting including radial.
Key procedures include CABG EVH, open vessel harvesting, TAVR, TACR, Vascular surgery, ECMO.
Assists with patient positioning, skin preparation, and draping.
Assist the surgeon with surgical procedures including wound exposure, closure, tissue handling, suturing, and operating complex surgical equipment.
Perform endoscopic or open vessel harvesting, arterial and venous line insertion.
Participate in preoperative care and workup of patients.
Provide postoperative care, make routine rounds, and participate in Quality Programs.
Requirements:
Must be licensed in PA.
Board eligibility required.
Clean history.
BLS certification required.
Scheduled Clinical Hours plus Call coverage.
Admissions are required.
This position demands a skilled professional capable of performing complex cardiovascular and thoracic procedures independently and efficiently in a high-stakes environment.
Experience with atrial vein harvesting