A rewarding opportunity awaits in a hospital setting for a Surgical Physician Assistant with expertise in cardiothoracic surgery. This position requires inpatient care and offers a dynamic schedule, including weekday, weekend, and night call coverage. The facility utilizes the Cerner EMR system to streamline patient care. If you're eager to leverage your surgical skills in a supportive environment, consider this engaging locum tenens role.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Inpatient
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Varied shifts; Monday-Friday (8-10-hour days), night call (6 PM - 6 AM), weekend call (Friday 6 PM - Monday 6 AM); rounding on weekends
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Atlantic City, NJ
- Stipends: Lodging may be available for the right candidate
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Mileage and toll reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
- Rounding on ICU and floor patients
- Coordination of patient care
- Assisting in cardiac surgery
- Diagnosing and treating patient illnesses
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Writing prescriptions
- Removing sutures
Qualifications
- NCCPA Certification (required)
- New Jersey License (required)
- Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) (required)
- Minimum of 2-3 years of cardiothoracic surgery experience, including proficiency in Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) and first assisting (required)
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR (preferred)
Working Hours
- Weekdays: 8-10-hour shifts
- Night Call: 6 PM - 6 AM
- Weekend Coverage: Friday 6 PM - Monday 6 AM
Skills
- Proficient in endoscopic retrieval and chest tube insertions
- First assist capabilities in cardiac surgery
- Excellent coordination and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team