Job · #790216
Cardiothoracic Surgery PA
KY
Actively hiringPosted 25th Jul, 2026
At a glance
Job typeLocum Tenens
ScheduleM-F 8a–5p
SpecialtyCardiothoracic Surgery
ProfessionPhysician Assistant
Quick summary
AI summary
Hospital-based Locum PA role in northern Kentucky covering cardiothoracic surgery across inpatient and outpatient settings, ideal for clinicians comfortable with call backup.
Highlights
- M-F 8a–5p
- Weekly night call
- 2–4 surgeries/day
Description
This Job at a Glance
This hospital in Northern Kentucky provides cardiothoracic surgical services across inpatient and outpatient settings. The facility maintains established surgical infrastructure and protocols to support quality patient care delivery across the cardiothoracic and vascular surgery service lines. Dedicated clinical support staff are in place to ensure continuity of care throughout each assigned coverage period.
About the Facility Location
Kentucky offers a range of regional attractions and outdoor recreational opportunities suited to varied interests. The state features diverse natural landscapes, equestrian culture, and year-round activities accessible to clinicians on assignment. Clinicians will find diverse options for recreation and exploration throughout the region.
About the Clinician's Workday
The physician associate will provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with one weeknight call shift per week from 5:00 PM to 7:00 AM as 2nd Call/Backup. Clinical responsibilities are primarily CT surgery with some vascular work; the role involves limited rounding. The physician associate will collaborate with 3 Physician Associates who first assist in surgery and take call, and 3 APRNs who see patients in the office Monday through Thursday. All clinical documentation is maintained through the EPIC EMR system, and the facility schedules 2-4 surgeries per physician each day of the week.
Additional Job Details
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Job Reference Id: ORD-217750-PA-KY
- Title: PA
- Dates Needed: 08/31/2026 - 12/31/2026
- Shift Type: Day Shift; Call
- Assignment Type: Inpatient; Outpatient
- Call Required: Yes
- Board Certification Required: Yes
- Job Duration: Locums
This hospital in Northern Kentucky provides cardiothoracic surgical services across inpatient and outpatient settings. The facility maintains established surgical infrastructure and protocols to support quality patient care delivery across the cardiothoracic and vascular surgery service lines. Dedicated clinical support staff are in place to ensure continuity of care throughout each assigned coverage period.
About the Facility Location
Kentucky offers a range of regional attractions and outdoor recreational opportunities suited to varied interests. The state features diverse natural landscapes, equestrian culture, and year-round activities accessible to clinicians on assignment. Clinicians will find diverse options for recreation and exploration throughout the region.
About the Clinician's Workday
The physician associate will provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with one weeknight call shift per week from 5:00 PM to 7:00 AM as 2nd Call/Backup. Clinical responsibilities are primarily CT surgery with some vascular work; the role involves limited rounding. The physician associate will collaborate with 3 Physician Associates who first assist in surgery and take call, and 3 APRNs who see patients in the office Monday through Thursday. All clinical documentation is maintained through the EPIC EMR system, and the facility schedules 2-4 surgeries per physician each day of the week.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 2-4 surgeries per day
- Support Staff: 3 Physician Associates (first assist in surgery, take call); 3 APRNs (office, Monday - Thursday)
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
- Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
- Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
- Digital hub for assignment details
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