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Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) Location: Iowa Job Type: Locum Tenens Overview: A Level II trauma facility is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to provide coverage for both scheduled clinic duties and call. This role requires strong experience in cardiac surgery, including vein harvesting and operative support. Compensation: $200/hr Assignment Details: Start: June 7, 2026 Ongoing coverage available Schedule: June 7 (8:00 AM) June 14 (8:00 AM) Weekdays: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM + night call Weekends: 24-hour call Call ratio: 1:2 Ongoing dates available Practice Details: Setting: Hospital (Level II Trauma Center) EMR: Not specified Mix of clinic, OR support, and call coverage Cardiothoracic surgery program with moderate case volume Case Volume: 125 CABG cases annually (few emergent) Responsibilities: First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) Provide inpatient and perioperative patient care Participate in clinic coverage Take weekday night call and weekend 24-hour call Collaborate with surgical team and hospital staff Requirements: Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) Required Active Iowa License Required Minimum 2 years Cardiothoracic Surgery experience Required EVH experience Required ACLS and BLS Required Clean malpractice/background Required NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) Required Must be able to cover listed dates Required Credentialing: Must be able to obtain privileges prior to start
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