Other Physician Assistant

Job Title : CT Surgery Physician Assistant Locum

Location : Lexington, KY

Job Summary :

Seeking a certified Physician Assistant proficient in first-assisting CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy / lung resection cases. Duties include OR coverage, telemetry, and ICU responsibilities.

Schedule & Availability :

1 2 call days per week

One weekend per month (Friday 7 AM Monday 7 AM)

8-hour weekday shifts (6 : 30 AM 3 PM with 30-min lunch)

PRN coverage; start as soon as credentialed

No call during weekdays

Setting : Inpatient / OR

EMR : Epic

Support Staff : Works directly with surgeons (no additional APP support)

Reason for Coverage : Coverage need while recruiting a full-time PA

Procedures : Vein harvest

Chest tube placement

Surgical CT procedures

Credentialing : Timeframe : days

Must meet credentialing standards

Temporary privileges available ( 6 weeks after application)

Travel :

Lodging options available near the medical district

Preference for local candidates, but travel support may be considered

Requirements :

Active KY PA License (or ability to obtain) Required

BLS and ACLS (AHA approved) Required

Clean malpractice history Preferred

Minimum 5 years of experience Required

Must be able to perform all required surgical procedures

Compensation :

Highly competitive rates malpractice included