Cardiothoracic Surgery APP Locums Job in Kentucky
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Cardiothoracic Surgery APP Locums Job in Kentucky
Are you an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery? A premier acute care facility is seeking a dedicated provider to join their surgical team this summer. This is a high-volume, collaborative environment perfect for a skilled first-assistant looking for a short-term engagement with potential for extension.
Position Overview
--Role: Locum Tenens APP (NP/PA/DNP)
--Duration: October 1 2026 ongoing
--Seeking candidates available a minimum of 1 week per month; 2 weeks per month would be ideal
--Schedule: Main Shift Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM + 1 shift per week 5p-7a of weeknight backup call
--On-Call: One week per month (Monday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 AM) as 2nd Call/Backup.
--Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient (Surgical focus)
--EMR: EPIC
Clinical Responsibilities
--This role focuses heavily on Surgical First Assisting for Cardiothoracic and Vascular cases, with minimal rounding duties.
--Caseload: Support 2–4 surgeries per MD daily (Hearts, Lungs, and Vascular).
--Key Procedures: Assist in a wide range of cardiovascular and respiratory surgical procedures.
--Preferred Skill: Proficiency in Radial Artery Harvesting is highly desirable.
Requirements
--Board Status: Board Certified (BC) in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
--Licensure: Open to non licensed KY candidates with clean backgrounds
--Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS.
--Experience: Proven experience in CT Surgery First Assisting is required.
The Jackson and Coker Advantage:
--Join a team that prioritizes your peace of mind so you can focus on patient care.
--Elite Coverage: Top-rated malpractice insurance.
--Seamless Logistics: Full-service in-house travel agency and credentialing coordinators.
--Constant Support: 24/7 recruiter availability to handle any issues in real-time.
--Experience the standard of excellence recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts.
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