Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic SurgeryJob OverviewProfession: Physician AssistantSpecialty: PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic SurgeryJob Type: Locum TenensLocation: Santa Monica, CA 90404Service Setting: InpatientCoverage Type: Clinical + CallCoverage Period: Apr 22, 2026 Sep 30, 2026Shift Schedule: Mon Fri, 7a 3pOn-Call Shift Schedule: Mon Fri, 3p 7a | Weekends: Fri 3p Mon 7aCall Type: BeeperCall Ratio: 1:2Call Response Time: 20 minutesCallback Rate: 1-2 times per monthReason for Coverage: Vacancy - Long-Term Permanent SearchTravel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by AgencyPatient InformationAverage Daily Volume: 5-8 patients/dayRounding: YesCase Mix: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery, ICU/Step-down patient managementFacility InformationEMR System: EpicSupport Staff: MAs: 2, PA/NPs: 2, Office Staff: 1Privileges & ComplianceHospital Privileges Required: NoTemporary Privileges Available: NoRequired ProceduresRadial and endoscope vein harvestingInterpret EKGs, XR, labsECMOIABPImpellaOR assistICU/step-down patient managementJob RequirementsBoard: BC requiredLicenses: Licensed in CADEA: Active CA DEA requiredCertifications: BLS, ACLSExperience: 3-5 years of experience preferredDuties & ResponsibilitiesProvide full-time clinical coverage in a hospital-based clinic setting.Perform OR assistance for cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgical procedures.Conduct daily rounding on patients in the ICU and step-down units.Manage patient care in both clinic and hospital environments.Participate in a 1:2 call rotation, including weekday and weekend coverage.