Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) – Mishawaka, IN

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) needed in Mishawaka, Indiana — 13-week travel PA role, EPIC EMR, first-assist experience required. Join a collaborative surgical team providing high-quality cardiac and thoracic care.

Overview

Join a dynamic healthcare team in Mishawaka, Indiana as a cardiothoracic surgery Physician Assistant (PA). This 13-week locum tenens / travel PA opportunity offers hands-on surgical first-assist experience in hospital and operating room settings, working directly with attending cardiothoracic surgeons. Enjoy the welcoming community of Mishawaka, excellent local amenities, and easy access to parks and the scenic St. Joseph River.

Job Details

• Position: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Cardiothoracic Surgery (Cardiac Surgery PA, Surgical Physician Assistant)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $4,900 – $5,250 (competitive locum tenens pay)
• Location: Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Mishawaka, Indiana; local candidates and travel PA applicants welcome)
• Employment Type: Locum tenens / Travel PA contract
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Primary shift is 8 Hour Nights; additional call schedule includes Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm; night call 4pm–7am; weekend call 7am–7am
• Setting: Hospital and Operating Room (cardiothoracic OR; no office duties)
• Documentation: EPIC EMR

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in cardiothoracic surgery (Cardiothoracic PA experience required; new graduates will not be considered)
• Current Indiana state PA license (required at time of submission)
• NCCPA certification (required)
• Proven experience with Maquet vein harvesting system (required)
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (required)
• Current self-query NPDB report (must be current within the month of submission)
• Ability to perform first-assist surgical duties (cardiac/thoracic surgery first assist required)
• ACLS and BLS preferred; CPR and ACLS competency required for emergency response

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as first assist in cardiothoracic surgeries, including vein and artery harvesting using the Maquet system
• Perform pre-op physical exams, wound care, suture and staple removal, and debridement
• Write prescriptions, order diagnostic tests, and complete discharge summaries as a licensed PA
• Round on inpatient and outpatient cardiothoracic cases (average ~10 outpatient and 5–8 inpatient cases per day)
• Provide acute and chronic cardiac and thoracic patient care: histories, physical exams, consultations, and therapy monitoring
• Manage chest tube removal, pacing wire removal, cardiac rehab coordination, and nutrition needs
• Document patient care thoroughly in EPIC EMR and participate in multidisciplinary communication with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and cardiac rehab staff
• Respond to emergencies using CPR and ACLS protocols and participate in perioperative patient safety procedures

Why Apply

• Opportunity to work as a specialized cardiothoracic surgery PA in a high-volume surgical environment
• Competitive weekly pay for locum tenens Physician Assistant roles
• Gain hands-on first-assist experience and advance surgical skills with experienced cardiothoracic surgeons
• Work in EPIC EMR — valuable experience for future travel PA assignments and permanent roles

How to Apply: Apply now with your CV/resume, current Indiana PA license, NCCPA certificate, recent NPDB self-query, and proof of Maquet experience. Questions? Contact our locum tenens recruiting team for more details on this cardiothoracic surgery PA job in Mishawaka, IN.

Join our healthcare team today — apply now for this locum tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) opportunity in Mishawaka, Indiana!

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.