Locum Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
Updated 2/19/26
05401, Burlington, Vermont, United States
Physician Assistant
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Locum Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant 100% OR Coverage
Locum Tenens | Weekday Surgical Schedule | Academic Program
A leading academic cardiovascular surgery program is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for 100% operative locum coverage, supporting a collaborative team of cardiothoracic surgeons within a high-acuity surgical environment.
Assignment Highlights:
- Schedule: 4-day work week (10-hour shifts)
- Weekends: None
- Call: Rare and only in unexpected coverage situations
- Practice Focus: 100% operating room responsibilities
- Collegial surgical team with resident and multidisciplinary support
- Consistent cardiac surgery case flow within an established program
Clinical Responsibilities
- First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures including CABG and valve surgeries
- Assist with operative exposure, cannulation, conduit harvesting, and surgical closure
- Work closely with cardiothoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary OR teams
- Maintain operative workflow efficiency and patient safety standards
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Active or eligible state licensure
- Minimum 2 years cardiothoracic surgery first-assist experience
- EVH experience strongly preferred
- Ability to step into a surgical-first environment with minimal orientation
For immediate consideration please apply now with your most updated CV!
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