Physician / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Arizona / Locum Tenens / Locums PA-Surgery Cardiothoracic Job in Arizona Job at MD Staff, LLC

Locum Tenens Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant Opportunity Near Cameron, AZ We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens position near Cameron, AZ. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA looking for flexible work options and the ability to provide critical support in both scheduled and on-call capacities. The role is expected to start ASAP and will continue on an ongoing basis. Position Overview Location: Near Cameron, AZStart Date: ASAPEnd Date: OngoingShift Type: Day Shift with on-call requirementsShift Schedule:Day Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMOn-Call: 3:00 PM - 7:00 AMMonthly Commitment: 10 days per month (September-January), with flexible shift options Assignment Details Practice Setting: Hospital-based, with a focus on Cardiothoracic SurgerySupport Staff: Working closely with a Cardiothoracic SurgeonPatient Volume: 10-15 CVICU/step-down patients per day, plus 1-2 surgeriesPatient Demographics: Adults and geriatricsDepartment: Cardiothoracic SurgeryHospital Bed Size: 199 bedsEMR System: Cerner Required Procedures and Skills Special Procedures:Temporary pacemaker removalChest tube removalIntra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) removalArterial line (Aline) placementSkills:Recent experience in Cardiothoracic SurgeryProficiency in Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) Certification and Licensing Requirements Board Certification: RequiredLicensing: Must be licensed or eligible for licensing as a Physician Assistant in the state of ArizonaDEA: RequiredCertifications: ACLS and BLS (American Heart Association) requiredExperience: Minimum of 3 years in Cardiothoracic Surgery with EVH experienceEducation:Physician Assistant: Graduate from a program approved by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Or: Masters Degree in Nursing with appropriate certificationsAdvanced Practice Nurses: Completion of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program and an RN/NP First Assistant Program with an unrestricted Arizona APRN license Why This Opportunity? This role offers the opportunity to work in a high-demand specialty with the flexibility to choose your shifts while providing essential care in a dynamic hospital environment. The position is ideal for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA who thrives in both routine and urgent settings, providing care to a diverse patient population.Job ID: j-243476If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this locum tenens opportunity, please apply today. Your expertise will be a valuable asset in providing high-quality care in this vital specialty. HDAJOBS MDSTAFF