Locum Opportunity: Advanced Surgical PA Thoracic/Cardiac (Robotics Preferred)
Clinton Twp, MI Level II Trauma Center
OR & Clinic 4x10s No Call High-Level First Assist Role
We are actively seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant (PA) with a strong background in Thoracic Surgery and/or Cardiac OR first assist to support a high-volume program in Clinton Township, MI . If you're confident in the OR, thrive with autonomy, and have robotic surgery experience, this is a prime opportunity to join a nationally recognized health system.
️ Assignment Details:Start Date: ASAP Ongoing
Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week (No call)
Setting: OR & Pre-Op Clinic
Trauma Level: II
Patient Population: Adult only
Documentation: EPIC EMR
First assist on thoracic procedures (robotic lung resections, foregut surgery)
Participate in robot docking and bedside surgical support
Conduct pre-op testing and clinic assessments
Work autonomously and as part of a high-functioning surgical team
Collaborate with attending surgeons, APPs, and clinical staff
Board Certified PA (NCCPA) REQUIRED
Active MI license REQUIRED
Significant experience in thoracic OR or cardiac first assist REQUIRED
Robotic surgery experience (foregut/lung resections) HIGHLY PREFERRED
BLS & ACLS certified REQUIRED
Clean background REQUIRED
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Credentialing/application fees not reimbursed by client
Candidates with strong cardiac OR experience may be considered if thoracic volume can be offset internally.
Robotic experience is a major asset in this high-acuity surgical environment.