Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Savannah, GA

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Savannah, Georgia, 31404!

About The Position

Wellhart is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery for an 8-day locum tenens assignment at a hospital in Georgia. The assignment begins on 10 / 04 / 2025, covering 24-hour non-restrictive call from Friday to Monday morning, 7am to 7am. The ideal candidate will be proficient in managing cardiovascular cases, providing rounding and call coverage for consults, ED, CVICU, and other CT surgery-related matters. This role requires a 30-minute recall to the hospital and utilizes Epic EMR. The position offers comprehensive coverage for cardiovascular surgical patients with potential for extension.

Job Details : Location : Georgia

Facility Type : Hospital

Start Date : 10 / 04 / 2025

LOA : 8 days

Provider Type Needed : Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

Schedule : Friday-Monday, 24-hour non-restrictive call (7am-7am)

Job Responsibilities and Duties :

• Provide 24-hour non-restrictive call coverage for cardiovascular surgery patients
• Respond to consults from ED, CVICU, and other departments
• Perform patient rounds and manage post-operative care
• Handle any CT surgery-related issues as the first point of contact
• Collaborate with residents and attending surgeons on patient care
• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and care coordination
• Maintain a 30-minute recall to the hospital when on call
• Assist in the management of cardiovascular emergencies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Stay current with the latest advancements in cardiovascular surgical care
• Ensure adherence to hospital protocols and quality standards

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Benefits :

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart's ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you're a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

Travel the United States and see new places.

Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

Set your own schedule.

Earn more money than permanent providers.

Experience new practice settings.

Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!