Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Iowa
Job Type: Locum Tenens
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
