Physician Assistant​/Surgery - Cardiothoracic​/Texas​/Locum Tenens​/Locums Physician Assistant

Position: Physician Assistant / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Texas / Locum Tenens / Locums Physician Assistant -
Location: Alto

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery to join a dynamic healthcare team in a hospital setting located in Texas. This is a permanent position with a great opportunity for growth and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide care for patients in the cardiothoracic surgery department, including rounding in ICU and managing pre- and post-operative patients. Manage patients coming off ventilators and those recovering from open heart surgery, VATS, and lung procedures. Assist in providing care for an average of 20-25 patients at any given time. No requirement for supervising advanced practice providers. Ensure all required hospital admissions are completed as necessary.

Work with a dedicated team to provide top-tier patient care, including assisting with ICU rounds and post-operative management. Work hours will be 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, 7 days a week, with rounding responsibilities in the ICU and patient management.

Position Requirements :
Board certification required. ACLS, BLS certifications required. Texas state licensure is mandatory. Fellowship training is preferred but not required. Experience in cardiothoracic surgery and managing high-acuity patients is highly preferred. No trauma level or pediatric care required for this role. Practice Details:
Inpatient practice setting, with a focus on post-surgical patient care. Ability to handle a high volume of patients, with support available to manage patient flow effectively. Excellent team environment with ongoing support from nursing and clinical staff. Additional Information:
Temporary privileges can be granted for licensure in Texas. EMR system:
Epic. Hospital Stroke Certification in place. Competitive salary and benefits package available. The job location is in a rural area near Alto, TX, providing a calm, community-oriented environment with access to outdoor activities and scenic views.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply now using Job  #j-  for consideration. Don't miss out on the chance to contribute your expertise to an impactful cardiothoracic surgery team!