Physician Assistant | Surgery - VascularLocation: Illinois Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 2/1/2027
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Vascular Surgery PA in Illinois!
Our client in Illinois is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 100-day assignment. This role involves a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with onsite participation in cases, OR call, and potential ICU rounds. The Physician Assistant will primarily focus on non-invasive duties such as reading echoes, Holters, and ECGs, managing new consults, and contributing to a rotating call schedule that includes weekend responsibilities.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform reading of echoes, Holters, and ECGs.
- Complete daily EKGs, Holter monitors, and event recorder readings.
- Manage new consults, stopping at 3 PM Monday-Thursday and 4 PM Friday.
- Participate in OR call and ICU rounds as patient census necessitates.
- Collaborate on a rotating weekend call schedule, ensuring efficient handling of echocardiograms, EKGs, and Holter readings for weekend patients.
- Provide coverage during weekend call, which may be Saturday or Sunday.
Additional Information
- EMR: Epic
- Setting: Clinic and Call
- Call Schedule: Out of house call; includes a rotating schedule for weeknights and weekends, typically 3 calls in 15 days (Wednesday, Saturday, Wednesday). Weekend call duties are shared, with Saturday coverage from 8 AM to 8 AM Sunday, and then until 2 PM Sunday. After 4 PM, call is usually by phone unless an emergency. A fellow takes first call after hours. An APP also rounds on Saturday and Sunday.
- Patients per day: 1-3 surgical cases, 10-15 inpatients
- LOA: 100 Days
- Staffing Mix: 40 Physicians, 21 APPs
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
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