Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Cardiothoracic Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, FL

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33308!

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens position in Florida. This 30-day assignment begins on 06/02/2025, and requires coverage for 12-hour shifts at a Trauma designated hospital. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in various practice settings, including office-clinic, outpatient, hospital-based, and rounding. This position offers the opportunity to work in a facility with operating rooms dedicated to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, utilizing the Epic and Cupid electronic health record systems.

Job Details:

Location: Florida

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 06/02/2025

LOA: 30 days

Provider Type Needed: Physician Assistant (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

Schedule: 12-hour shifts

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide specialized care for cardiothoracic surgery patients

• Work in various practice settings, including office-clinic, outpatient, hospital-based, and rounding

• Collaborate with the cardiothoracic surgery team in operating rooms

• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for patients

• Assist in trauma cases as needed (Trauma designation)

• Utilize Epic and Cupid electronic health record systems

• Participate in patient education and follow-up care

Additional Information:

• Experience in cardiothoracic surgery required

• Ability to adapt to different practice settings

• Florida PA license required

• Possibility of assignment extension

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. 

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. 

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!