Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage Atinpatient and or In Illinois
About the Role
This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD-PA-IL
Title: PA
Dates Needed: August/September start - Ongoing
Shift Type: Day Shift
Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR
Call Required: Negotiable
Board Certification Required: No
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
The hospital provides comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services with a growing need for physician associate support. The facility maintains established protocols for quality patient care delivery with modern surgical equipment and support systems. The medical center focuses on expanding its cardiothoracic surgery program to meet increasing patient demands.
About the Facility Location
This area features regional attractions, outdoor recreation opportunities, and year-round activities. The region offers access to museums, theaters, and various recreational activities. Illinois provides connections to state parks and historical sites throughout the area.
About the Clinician's Workday
The physician associate will primarily assist with cardiothoracic surgery cases in the operating room with additional responsibility for inpatient and ICU management. The clinician will work day shifts with negotiable call requirements and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure continuity of care. The position requires prescriptive authority for comprehensive patient management. EVH experience is beneficial but not required for this growing program.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: 1 case per day to start
Support Staff: growing program, ideally they will have 5 FTE
Patient Population: All Ages
Call Ratio/Schedule: TBD
Location Type: On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
Government: No
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