Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)

About the role

Facility is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support to fill a current need. Start date: ASAP. The position is inpatient based in Spokane, Washington, offering access to outdoor recreation (skiing, hiking, biking, lakes) and cultural amenities (Broadway shows, art galleries, museums, shopping, regional cuisine). AMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving healthcare challenges, providing a single‑partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and expand the reach of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient cardiothoracic surgery coverage
• Manage cases including:
• Robotic Lobectomy and Thymectomy using the Da Vinci Xi Robot
• Coronary artery bypass grafting
• Aortic valve replacement

Requirements

• Active Washington license or eligibility via Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record
• Ability to complete credentialing within 60‑90 days (expedited with clean history)

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician Assistant
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification