Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

• Facility: Acute care hospital

• Schedule: 5 days/week, 9-hour shifts (08:00–17:00) + on-call required

• Duration: 13 weeks

• Start date: 12/15/26

• Pay: $140/hr – $160/hr

Description

Provide comprehensive medical care to patients under physician supervision in a cardiothoracic surgery setting. You will perform patient assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and provide patient education while coordinating care with the clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Take patient histories and perform physical examinations

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests

• Develop and implement treatment plans

• Prescribe medications

• Perform procedures as authorized by state regulations and the supervising physician

• Educate and counsel patients on preventative care and health management

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals

• Document medical records accurately and thoroughly

• Stay current on medical advancements through continuing education

Requirements

• MPAS degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Active and unencumbered PA license in Wisconsin

• National certification (NCCPA)

• Experience: at least one year of clinical experience in the specialty (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents

• Additional benefits where required by applicable law