Position : Surgical Physician Assistant Thoracic / Cardiac OR (Locum Tenens)
Location : Michigan
Start Date : ASAP
Schedule : 4 days / week 10-hour shifts
Call : None
EMR : Epic
Why This Role?
Step into the operating room and bring your expertise to life in a high-acuity surgical setting. This opportunity is tailored for a highly experienced PA with a strong background in thoracic or cardiac first-assist procedures especially those with robotic experience
You ll have the chance to work independently while collaborating with elite surgeons in a Level II Trauma Center . Every case is meaningful. Every shift is impactful.
What You ll Do :
Serve as a key OR first assist in thoracic or cardiac surgeries
Perform bedside assisting and robotic lung resections / foregut procedures
Handle pre-op testing and clinic coverage with autonomy
Deliver outstanding care to an adult-only patient population
Requirements :
Board Certification (NCCPA)
Active Michigan license
Minimum 2+ years of Thoracic OR experience
(Cardiac first-assist PAs with strong experience also considered)
Robotic surgery expertise bedside assisting, docking, lung resections (Highly Preferred)
BLS & ACLS certifications
Clean background
Prior experience with Epic
Ability to work independently in high-pressure surgical environments
What to Expect :
4 days per week 10-hour shifts
If you re confident in the OR and thrive in complex surgical cases, this position is crafted for you. Let s connect and get you started on this high-impact locum assignment.
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