Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic - $4,900 to $5,250 per week in Mishawaka, IN

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: Mishawaka, IN Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: $4,900 to $5,250 per week Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the PositionLocumJobsOnline is working with GHR Healthcare to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Mishawaka, Indiana, 46545!Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) – Mishawaka, INLocum Tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) needed in Mishawaka, Indiana — 13-week travel PA role, EPIC EMR, first-assist experience required. Join a collaborative surgical team providing high-quality cardiac and thoracic care.OverviewJoin a dynamic healthcare team in Mishawaka, Indiana as a cardiothoracic surgery Physician Assistant (PA). This 13-week locum tenens / travel PA opportunity offers hands-on surgical first-assist experience in hospital and operating room settings, working directly with attending cardiothoracic surgeons. Enjoy the welcoming community of Mishawaka, excellent local amenities, and easy access to parks and the scenic St. Joseph River.Job DetailsPosition: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Cardiothoracic Surgery (Cardiac Surgery PA, Surgical Physician Assistant)Weekly Estimated Pay: $4,900 – $5,250 (competitive locum tenens pay)Location: Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Mishawaka, Indiana; local candidates and travel PA applicants welcome)Employment Type: Locum tenens / Travel PA contractDuration: 13 weeksSchedule: Primary shift is 8 Hour Nights; additional call schedule includes Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm; night call 4pm–7am; weekend call 7am–7amSetting: Hospital and Operating Room (cardiothoracic OR; no office duties)Documentation: EPIC EMRRequired QualificationsMinimum 1 year of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in cardiothoracic surgery (Cardiothoracic PA experience required; new graduates will not be considered)Current Indiana state PA license (required at time of submission)NCCPA certification (required)Proven experience with Maquet vein harvesting system (required)Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (required)Current self-query NPDB report (must be current within the month of submission)Ability to perform first-assist surgical duties (cardiac/thoracic surgery first assist required)ACLS and BLS preferred; CPR and ACLS competency required for emergency responseKey ResponsibilitiesServe as first assist in cardiothoracic surgeries, including vein and artery harvesting using the Maquet systemPerform pre-op physical exams, wound care, suture and staple removal, and debridementWrite prescriptions, order diagnostic tests, and complete discharge summaries as a licensed PARound on inpatient and outpatient cardiothoracic cases (average ~10 outpatient and 5–8 inpatient cases per day)Provide acute and chronic cardiac and thoracic patient care: histories, physical exams, consultations, and therapy monitoringManage chest tube removal, pacing wire removal, cardiac rehab coordination, and nutrition needsDocument patient care thoroughly in EPIC EMR and participate in multidisciplinary communication with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and cardiac rehab staffRespond to emergencies using CPR and ACLS protocols and participate in perioperative patient safety proceduresWhy ApplyOpportunity to work as a specialized cardiothoracic surgery PA in a high-volume surgical environmentCompetitive weekly pay for locum tenens Physician Assistant rolesGain hands-on first-assist experience and advance surgical skills with experienced cardiothoracic surgeonsWork in EPIC EMR — valuable experience for future travel PA assignments and permanent rolesHow to Apply: Apply now with your CV/resume, current Indiana PA license, NCCPA certificate, recent NPDB self-query, and proof of Maquet experience. Questions? Contact our locum tenens recruiting team for more details on this cardiothoracic surgery PA job in Mishawaka, IN.Join our healthcare team today — apply now for this locum tenens Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery) opportunity in Mishawaka, Indiana!BenefitsGHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.About GHR HealthcareAt GHR Healthcare Locums, we do more than fill jobs—we create opportunities that fit your life. With over 30 years of experience, we connect physicians, advanced practice providers and CRNA's with high-quality locum tenens assignments across the country. From top-tier pay to seamless support with licensing, travel, and credentialing, we make every step easy. Whether you're seeking flexibility, freedom, or a fresh start, we're here to get you where you want to go—on your terms.1718103EXPPLAT