Locums_ Physician Assistant – Cardiothoracic Surgery - Lebanon, PA, 17042 (AS)
Updated 3/24/26
17042, Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States
Physician Assistant
Surgery-Cardiovascular
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
• We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant for a locums opportunity in Cardiothoracic Surgery in Lebanon, PA.
• This is a hospital-based role focused on managing cardiac surgery patients, including urgent surgical cases and perioperative care.
• The provider will work closely with surgeons, supporting patients from ICU through recovery and discharge.
• This role is ideal for candidates seeking weekend-focused coverage with high-acuity exposure in a collaborative clinical environment.
• This is a hospital-based role focused on managing cardiac surgery patients, including urgent surgical cases and perioperative care.
• The provider will work closely with surgeons, supporting patients from ICU through recovery and discharge.
• This role is ideal for candidates seeking weekend-focused coverage with high-acuity exposure in a collaborative clinical environment.
Job Responsibilities
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Respond to urgent consults and surgical cases.
• Assist in procedures such as vein harvesting (if experienced).
• Conduct rounding and manage patient progression from ICU to discharge.
• Collaborate with surgeons and healthcare teams for coordinated care.
• Document all patient encounters using EPIC EMR system.
Qualifications
• Active Pennsylvania State License required.
• DEA certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery experience required.
• Strong clinical judgment and acute care experience.
Working Hours
• 3 weekends per month
• Schedule: Friday 5:00 PM – Monday 7:00 AM
• 24-hour on-call coverage
• Average 4 hours/day of patient care including rounding
Skills
• Pre- and post-operative care
• Vein harvesting (preferred)
• ICU and acute care experience
• EMR (EPIC) proficiency
• Strong clinical decision-making and teamwork
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