Locum Tenens On Call Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery - $175-180 per hour

TheraEX Staffing Services is seeking a Physician Assistant Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens job in Santa Monica, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Discipline: Physician Assistant Start Date: 05/03/2026 Duration: 28 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, nights, on call, rotating Employment Type: Locum Tenens Physician Assistant – Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery (Locum Tenens) Providence Saint John’s Health Center 2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Assignment Dates: May 2026 – October 2026 Schedule: Full‑time preferred; flexible scheduling possible with 3–4 days/week minimum Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday–Friday Call: 1:2 rotation (weekdays 3 PM–7 AM; weekends Friday 3 PM–Monday 7 AM) Call‑Back Frequency: Approximately 1–2 times per month EMR: Epic Credentials Required: California PA license, DEA , surgical privileging Position Overview Providence Saint John’s Health Center is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive surgical and inpatient support within a high‑acuity cardiac program. The PA will function across the OR, ICU/step‑down, and clinic , all located within the hospital, allowing seamless transitions between surgical assist, rounding, and patient follow‑up in a single day. This role requires advanced procedural competency, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to manage complex cardiac patients independently while collaborating closely with surgeons, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams. Compensation Regular / Callback Hours: $180 per hour 24‑Hour Call: $1,565 per shift Night Call: $520 per night Clinical Responsibilities OR First Assist for cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgical procedures Radial and endoscopic vein harvesting (required) ICU and step‑down management , including post‑operative monitoring and interventions Daily rounding on pre‑ and post‑operative patients Clinic responsibilities for evaluations, follow‑ups, and surgical optimization Interpretation of diagnostics , including EKGs, chest X‑rays, labs, and hemodynamic data Management of advanced cardiac support devices , including ECMO, IABP, and Impella Call coverage in a 1:2 rotation with another PA, including weekday and weekend call Respond to call‑backs for urgent surgical or inpatient needs Qualifications Certified Physician Assistant with active California license 3–5 years of Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery experience strongly preferred Proficiency in radial and endoscopic vein harvesting Experience with ECMO, IABP, Impella , and complex post‑operative cardiac care Strong OR assist skills and ability to manage ICU/step‑down patients independently DEA required Ability to work full‑time starting May 2026 (pending privileges) with at least 3–4 days/week availability Practice Environment Providence Saint John’s Health Center is a leading cardiac and surgical institution in Southern California, known for advanced cardiovascular programs, a collaborative surgical team, and integrated clinic‑hospital workflows. The PA will work in a modern, well‑supported environment with access to advanced technology and a highly experienced surgical team. About TheraEX Staffing Services TheraEx Staffing Services is a leading name in healthcare staffing solutions. We enroll talented professionals to provide temporary staff to fill the needs of healthcare facilities across the nation. Benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits 401k retirement plan Health Care FSA Life insurance Sick pay Holiday Pay Medical benefits