Locum Tenens PA - Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic Surgery Opportunity in CA
Job Description
Job Description
While your dedicated recruiter will serve as your primary contact, they are supported by numerous specialized teams. This structure allows them to concentrate on the aspects that are most important to you. Our organization has teams focused solely on housing, travel logistics, credentialing, licensing, and much more. This is just one of the ways we prioritize your needs.
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Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 7 AM to 3 PM/6 PM — full-time coverage
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Surgical Call: 1:4 ratio — 6 weekends; 1 day of call per week
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Work Distribution: 70% inpatient OR first assist; 30% floor/ICU — no clinic duties
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Annual Cases: Approximately 1,100 cases
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First Assist Procedures: Valves, heart transplants, VADs, MAZE, CABG
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Skills Required: Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) is mandatory; endoscopic radial harvesting is highly desirable
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Procedure Types: 99% standard procedures — no robotic surgeries
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Average Surgery Duration: 1.5 hours; standard cases take 2 to 2.5 hours
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Housing and Travel: Complimentary arrangements provided
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Licensing and Malpractice: We cover the costs and manage the arrangements
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Credentialing Process: We streamline the credentialing and privileging procedures
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Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan
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Support: Your personal recruiter is available to assist you 24/7
Compensation: Hourly rates range from $105.00 to $138.00. These figures are estimates and can vary based on several factors, including the urgency of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. The rates are all-inclusive, combining base pay with potential earnings from overtime, call, and holiday pay. Please consult your recruiter for further details.
About Us: Our organization was founded in 1979 with the mission of connecting exceptional healthcare providers with the communities that need them. We have become a leader in healthcare staffing by focusing on each individual's unique story to find the right job that fits their lifestyle. With a team of 1,000 employees across the nation, we are committed to delivering outstanding customer service to every provider and facility staff recruiter, a tradition we have maintained for nearly forty years. Discover more about how we can help you find the perfect job.