Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Ohio

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Columbus
Posted on: February 10, 2026

Job Description:

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: Ohio Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Ohio! This Job at a Glance - Job Reference Id: ORD-207908-PA-OH - Title: PA - Dates Needed: Ongoing locum tenens coverage needed - Shift Type: Day Shift; 24-Hour Call - Assignment Type: Inpatient; Clinic; ER - Call Required: Yes - Board Certification Required: Yes - Job Duration: Locums About the Facility The facility is a respected, academically aligned institution that provides comprehensive cardiac and thoracic services with a collaborative team approach. The medical center features modern OR suites, ICU step-down units, and integrated EMR systems to support advanced cardiovascular care. The organization maintains high standards of patient care while fostering a professional environment for both attending surgeons and experienced APPs. About the Facility Location Ohio offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities including state parks with hiking trails and winter activities such as skating, snow trails, and tobogganing. The region provides cultural attractions including nationally significant museums focused on aviation and music history, along with nature areas and guided walking tours. Winter months feature additional seasonal activities like sleigh rides and indoor recreational programs at various venues throughout the area. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will work day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., beginning each day by reviewing schedules, checking on ICU and step-down patients, and preparing for surgical cases. Primary responsibilities include assisting in cardiac and thoracic surgeries encompassing both minimally invasive and open procedures, performing endoscopic vein harvesting, and providing support in thoracic cases such as robotic and VATS procedures. The role requires managing post-operative patients in ICU and step-down units while performing APP-level procedures within established privileges including pacing wire removal and chest tube management. Additional duties involve comprehensive documentation, care coordination, patient transition support, and providing 24-hour call coverage on select weekdays and weekends with weekend and holiday patient rounding responsibilities. Additional Job Details - Case Load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume - Support Staff: 2 cardiac surgeons, 1 thoracic surgeon, 5 PAs - Patient Population: Adults - Location Type: On-Site - Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes - Government: No Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: - Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm - Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Contact: About LocumTenens.com The need has never been greater to connect great clinicians and great healthcare facilities. That’s what we do. Every day. We’re LocumTenens.com. We connect clients and clinicians to take care of patients. How do we do it? By doing it better than everyone else. Whether you’re looking for a locum tenens job or locum tenens coverage, our experienced agents have the specialized knowledge, know-how, and personal relationships to take care of you and your search. LocumTenens.com provides comprehensive onboarding and optional 1099 financial consulting from a partner advisor. We cover your malpractice insurance (A) and provide assistance with credentialing, privileging, licensing, housing and travel. Our LocumTenens.com agents have the specialized knowledge and personal connections to provide the best locum tenens experience and negotiate top pay on your behalf. 1700969EXPPLAT

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