Locums Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Locums Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a well-established cardiothoracic surgery team in Tacoma, Washington. This is a high-acuity, hands-on role supporting both cardiac and thoracic surgical services with a strong emphasis on operative first assist and inpatient management.

Compensation: $200.00 Per Hour

Schedule & Call

• Weekday Coverage: Monday–Friday with variable hours
  • Typical days: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, though some days may extend beyond this
• Call:
  • 3–4 weekday call days per week
  • 1:4 weekend call rotation
  • Call includes 24-hour pager coverage
  • On-call days may require 10–12+ hours on site
  • Weekend call generally 6–8+ hours per day, depending on census

Practice Overview

• Case Volume:
  • 6–8 cardiac cases per week
  • 9–12 thoracic cases per week

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with pre- and post-operative evaluation and management
• OR first assist for cardiac and thoracic procedures, including:
  • CABG and valve surgeries
  • Aortic and aortic arch reconstruction
  • Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic surgeries (VATS, DaVinci)
  • Endoscopic vein harvest and open radial artery harvest
  • Thoracic and foregut procedures
• ICU and step-down unit management
• Perform emergent bedside procedures (e.g., chest tubes, arterial lines)
• Daily inpatient rounds and discharge planning
• Weekend patient rounds and evening/night surgical coverage as needed
• Walk-in/urgent clinic visits when surgeons are unavailable
• Clinic wound checks and follow-up care

Requirements

• Board Certification (NP or PA)
• Minimum 3 years of Cardiothoracic/CV Surgery experience
• Active Washington State license strongly preferred (IMLC considered)
• ACLS, BLS, and DEA required

Tacoma, Washington is a vibrant waterfront city near Seattle, offering scenic views of Puget Sound, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a revitalized downtown with museums, dining, and a strong arts and healthcare community.