Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Missouri
Job Reference ID: ORD-221381-PA-MO | Dates Needed: October 10 – Ongoing (every other week) | Shift: Night Shift with 24‑Hour Call | Assignment: Inpatient/OR | Call Required: Yes | Board Certification Required: No | Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This medical center requires cardiothoracic surgery coverage following the departure of a full-time staff member. The facility provides inpatient and operating room services and maintains established clinical infrastructure to support quality patient care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. On-site resources are in place to facilitate coordinated care for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.
About the Facility Location
Missouri offers a range of outdoor and family-oriented experiences suited to varied interests. The state features natural landscapes, state parks, and destinations such as Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, and the Lake of the Ozarks. Visitors may also enjoy agritourism activities, water sports, sightseeing tours, and cultural landmarks distributed across the region.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians will provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient and operating room settings on a night shift and 24‑hour call basis, working a Monday‑to‑Monday rotation every other week. Clinical responsibilities include first assisting, inpatient rounding, and cardiothoracic surgical procedures as required throughout each assigned coverage period. All clinical documentation must be maintained through the EPIC EMR system. Prescriptive authority is required as a condition of this on-site assignment.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 1 case per day
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Call Ratio/Schedule: 24‑hour call
- Location Type: On‑Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No