Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southern Wisconsin
Job Reference: ORD-225142-PA-WI | Title: PA | Dates Needed: Starting end of October; 1-2 days/week | Shift Type: Day Shift; 24-Hour Shift | Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR | Call Required: Yes | Board Certification Required: No | Job Duration: Locums
Facility Overview
This approximately 300-bed facility maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient and operating room settings. The facility holds a Level 4 trauma designation and is currently experiencing a vacancy requiring coverage to ensure continuity of cardiothoracic surgical services. On-site resources are in place to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.
Location
Wisconsin offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor recreation and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The state features parks, nature trails, waterfront areas, and educational and cultural venues distributed across its regions. Year-round activities are available throughout the state, providing accessible options for leisure during time away from clinical duties.
Schedule & Call
- Shift basis: Day shift and 24-hour shift
- Frequency: 1-2 days per week
- Start date: End of October
- Call required: Yes — clinician must maintain availability to respond to cardiothoracic surgical cases throughout each designated coverage period
Responsibilities
- Provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient and operating room settings
- Perform vein harvesting
- Manage inpatient census
Patient Volume
- Inpatient census: 2-6 patients per day
- Outpatient setting: 2-15 patients per day
Additional Details
- Patient population: All ages
- Location type: On-site
- Prescriptive authority required: No
- Government facility: No