Thoracic Surgery First Assist Oregon Full-Time Locum Tenens
Join a highly respected cardiovascular and thoracic surgery team in Portland, Oregon. We are seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant to provide full-time locum tenens coverage in a dynamic inpatient and outpatient setting. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons while maintaining a balanced blend of clinic, OR, rounding, and call responsibilities.
Position Highlights - Full-time locum assignment: March 2027 through August 2027
- 4-day work week with a mix of clinic, OR, and inpatient responsibilities
- Approximately 35-40 hours per week
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Shared 1:4 call schedule
- Combination of inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and call coverage
- Opportunity to work within a collaborative, established thoracic surgery program
- Multiple providers may be utilized for scheduling flexibility
Practice Details - Typical schedule includes:
- 2 days in outpatient clinic
- 2 days in the operating room
- Shared inpatient rounding responsibilities
- Average patient volume: 10 patients per day
- Call consists primarily of triage and clinical decision-making, with limited in-person callback requirements
- Weekend call approximately one weekend per month
- Work closely with surgeons, APPs, RNs, and support staff in a team-oriented environment
Surgical & Clinical Responsibilities - First Assist in thoracic surgical procedures
- Assist with:
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
- Robotic thoracic surgery
- Open thoracic procedures
- Vein harvesting experience preferred
- Experience with:
- Maquet endoscopic vein harvesting systems
- Open radial harvest techniques
- Harmonic scalpel techniques
- Evaluate, manage, and coordinate care for pre- and post-operative patients
- Participate in inpatient rounding and outpatient follow-up care
Qualifications - Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Active Oregon license required
- DEA required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Cardiovascular and/or Thoracic Surgery experience strongly preferred
- First Assist certification required
- Recent surgical experience preferred
- Candidates with 5+ years of cardiovascular surgery experience are highly desired, though all qualified applicants will be considered
Compensation & Logistics - Competitive locum compensation
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Travel and lodging assistance available
- Long-term assignment offering schedule stability
- Credentialing timeframe: approximately 90-120 days
Why Consider This Opportunity? This assignment offers the chance to join a respected thoracic surgery team while enjoying a diverse clinical practice that includes surgery, clinic, inpatient management, and call coverage. Providers seeking a long-term locum opportunity with meaningful surgical involvement and strong team support are encouraged to apply.
Apply today to learn more about this rewarding Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant opportunity in beautiful Portland, Oregon.
