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Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Zionsville, IN
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Zionsville, Indiana, 46077!
We are seeking a dedicated Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in Indiana, starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves a Monday through Friday schedule from 7a-4p, including night call, with primary responsibilities in the operating room as first assist. You will manage patient rounding, conduct pre-op physical exams, order tests, write prescriptions, and perform procedures such as suture removal and vein harvesting, ensuring comprehensive patient care in a hospital environment.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist in surgery as a first assist, including vein and artery harvesting using the Maquet system.
- Perform daily rounding in the hospital, managing both inpatient and outpatient care.
- Conduct pre-operative physical exams and order appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Write prescriptions and complete discharge summaries.
- Provide acute and chronic patient care, including monitoring therapies and medications.
- Perform procedures such as chest tube removal, pacing wire removal, suture removal, staple removal, and debridement.
- Respond to emergencies, utilizing CPR and ACLS protocols.
- Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in consultation with the Cardiovascular Surgeon.
- Address cardiac rehabilitation, nutritional needs, and wound care.
Additional Information
- Required Board Certifications: American Association of Nurse Practitioners (ANNP)
- EMR: Epic
- Shift hours: M-F 7a-4p with night call from 4p-7a
- Typical patient volume: 10 outpatient and 5-8 inpatient patients per day
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.
Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
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