Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Wisconsin, WI
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Fond du Lac, WI – Locum Tenens
Are you a skilled Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) seeking rewarding locum tenens opportunities? Palm Health Resources is hiring two experienced advanced practice providers to support the Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Fond du Lac, WI. This contract opportunity is ideal for Physician Assistants (PA-C) specializing in cardiothoracic surgery who are interested in a dynamic assignment covering both the operating room and ICU, providing comprehensive perioperative care.
As a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) with Palm Health Resources, you will work with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering quality care to patients with complex cardiac, thoracic, and select vascular conditions. The locum tenens engagement features a predictable shift schedule, competitive compensation, and comprehensive malpractice coverage. Additional logistical support includes paid housing, rental car, and mileage reimbursement to ensure you can focus fully on patient care and procedural excellence.
Fond du Lac, WI, offers a welcoming community environment with access to excellent medical facilities, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both clinical challenge and quality of life during their assignment.
Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Summary- Provide advanced practice support for cardiothoracic surgical services in a hospital setting.
- Perform a full continuum of care, including OR first assist, ICU management, and perioperative patient assessment.
- Locum tenens assignment with scheduled and on-call responsibilities.
- Work alongside experienced surgeons and healthcare providers in a collaborative environment.
- First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafts (CABG), valve repairs/replacements, and aortic repairs.
- Provide intraoperative, preoperative, and postoperative patient management in both the operating room and intensive care unit settings.
- Conduct daily patient rounds, develop care plans, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Participate in scheduled weekday shifts (8 hours) and weekend rounding (4 hours) with on-call coverage as assigned.
- Perform and assist with a wide variety of procedures, including but not limited to:
- Ablation and atrial/maze procedures
- Bronchoscopy (rigid/flexible)
- Bypass grafts (coronary artery and femoral-femoral)
- Pericardial window creation
- Sternal debridement and exploration
- Excision/resection of chest and mediastinal masses or tumors
- Mediastinoscopy
- Valve repairs/replacements (mitral, tricuspid, aortic)
- Robotic-assisted thoracoscopy and excisions
- Thoracoscopy (VATS) and thoracotomy
- Maintain accurate documentation and support quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care to all patients.
- Competitive locum tenens compensation structure.
- Comprehensive malpractice insurance covered by Palm Health Resources.
- Paid housing and rental car provided for the duration of the assignment.
- Mileage reimbursement available.
- Flexible contract with a minimum of two weeks per month assignment, with opportunities for extension.
- Current Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification and licensure to practice as a PA in the United States.
- Documented experience in cardiothoracic surgery and perioperative care.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
- Experience with procedures listed in the job description strongly preferred.
- Ability to provide coverage for scheduled shifts, weekends, and on-call assignments.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Proven track record as a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) in a hospital or surgical setting.
- Comfortable managing a varied case mix, including cardiac (75%), thoracic/lung (20%), and minimal vascular/trauma.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and patient needs.
- Committed to evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with surgeons, nurses, and allied health professionals.
- Priority coverage dates include select weeks in June, July, October, November, and December, with additional weekend coverage desired in August and September.
- Low-intensity call expectations with support from the Cardiothoracic Surgery team.
- This is a locum tenens role, offering the opportunity for dedicated providers to expand their experience while enjoying the professional and personal benefits of working in Fond du Lac, WI.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button for immediate consideration!
Palm Health Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.