Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Michigan

Job Reference: ORD-212396-PA-MI | Dates: January 2027 – June 2027 | Shift: Day Shift; Call; 24-Hour Call | Assignment: Inpatient; OR | Call Required: Yes | Board Certification Required: Yes | Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This Level I facility provides comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services with advanced inpatient and operating room capabilities. The hospital maintains established clinical infrastructure, modern surgical equipment, and structured protocols to support coordinated patient care delivery for the cardiothoracic surgery service line. On-site resources are in place to facilitate continuity of service throughout each assigned coverage period.

Location

Michigan offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and recreational opportunities throughout the year. The state features stargazing at Headlands International Dark Sky Park, kayaking to geological formations such as Turnip Rock on Lake Huron, and exploration of the Great Lakes shorelines by paddleboard or on foot. Ski resorts, golf courses, dune rides, river tubing, scenic boardwalks, lighthouse landmarks, farm experiences, art festivals, and charter fishing are among the available activities distributed across the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient and operating room settings
• Perform full-scope inpatient rounding
• Provide operating room coverage
• Collaborate with the surgical team to maintain continuity of care across the cardiothoracic surgery service line

Schedule

• Day shifts: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Weeknight call
• 24-hour weekend call

Requirements

• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Prescriptive authority

Assignment Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: 3 APPs
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No