Overview
Join a well-established Cardiothoracic Surgery team providing inpatient and OR coverage. This position focuses heavily on first assisting in the operating room, vein harvesting, hospital rounding, and post-operative patient management.
Position Details
Assignment Type: Locum
Schedule:
Coverage Dates:
September 14 October 12
October 23 November 9
November 20 December 7
Patient Volume:
EMR: EPIC
Opportunity Highlights
OR-first assist role with Cardiothoracic Surgery team
Vein harvesting using the Maquet system
Hospital rounding and inpatient management
Night and weekend call coverage
Collaborative multidisciplinary care environment
Conversion opportunity available ($25,000 conversion fee)
Responsibilities
First Assist in Cardiothoracic surgical procedures
Vein/artery harvesting using the Maquet system
Hospital rounding
Pre-operative physical examinations
Write prescriptions
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Chest tube and pacing wire removal
Wound care, including suture/staple removal and debridement
Cardiac rehabilitation coordination
Complete patient documentation in EPIC
Respond to emergencies utilizing CPR and ACLS protocols
Coordinate care with surgeons, nursing staff, respiratory therapy, cardiac rehab, and families
Candidate Requirements
Active Indiana PA License (required at submission)
NCCPA Certification
Experience with Maquet Vein Harvesting (required)
Prior Cardiothoracic Surgery experience
Experienced providers only (new graduates will not be considered)
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Ability to cover most or all requested dates
Local candidates strongly preferred
Self-Query NPDB report dated within the last 30 days
If you're an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA with first assist and Maquet vein harvesting experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more!
