Physician Assistant | Surgery - CardiothoracicLocation: Hartford, CT Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 1/11/2027
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Hartford, Connecticut, 06105!
We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 40-day assignment in Connecticut. This role primarily involves weekend coverage from Friday evening to Sunday evening. Duties include pre-operative physical exams, suture removal, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting tests, assisting in surgery, writing prescriptions, coordinating care, rounding, and performing procedures such as the placement of central venous and dialysis catheters, arterial lines, and endoscopic retrieval.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Pre-Op Physical Exams
- Suture Removal
- Diagnose Illnesses
- Treat Illnesses
- Order Tests
- Interpret Tests
- Assist in Surgery
- Write Prescriptions
- Coordination of Care
- Rounding
- Placement of Central Venous and Dialysis Catheters
- Placement of Arterial Lines and Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps
- Endoscopic Retrieval
Additional Information
- Board Certifications: Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Other Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Basic Life Support (BLS)
- EMR: Epic
- Setting: Inpatient
- Call Schedule: Out of House Call
- Patients per day: 10
- LOA: 40 Days
- Staffing Mix: TBD
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
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