Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Portland, OR
viemed healthcare staffingPortland, OR
Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Portland, OR
viemed healthcare staffingPortland, OR
2 days ago
Industries
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsOffices of PhysiciansFreestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency CentersAbout the role
Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Location: Portland, OR
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAPAbout the Position
Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant – Locum Tenens | Portland, ORSupport cardiovascular and thoracic surgery care in a locum tenens role with a 4-day, 10-hour schedule, approximately 40 hours per week, and a structured 1:4 call rotation. This assignment offers inpatient and outpatient practice across clinic, operating room, rounding, and beeper-call responsibilities, with opportunities to assist in thoracic and cardiothoracic procedures.
Quick Facts
Location: Portland, Oregon
Start Date: 10/28/2026
End Date/Duration:
Through 08/31/2027; assignment dates are listed as 03/01/2027–08/31/2027 and should be confirmed upon application
Shift: Monday–Friday, 4×10-hour shifts; 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, plus 24-hour beeper call
Hours/Week: Approximately 35–40 hours; 40 hours guaranteed
Employment Type: Locum tenens
License/Certs:
Active physician assistant license, DEA, BLS, ACLS, and board certification as applicable
Experience: Recent cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgery experience; five years preferred
Pay & Benefits:
- Hourly Pay Rate:$1.00 per hour
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits for W-2 employees
- Robust referral bonus program24/7 dedicated support team
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You'll Do:
- Provide cardiovascular and thoracic surgery care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Work in clinic and operating room environments, typically with approximately two clinic days and two OR days per week.
- Assist with cardiothoracic and thoracic procedures, including first-assist responsibilities.
- Participate in inpatient rounding and coordinate care for hospitalized patients.
- Provide 24-hour beeper-call coverage, including approximately one day per week and one weekend per month.
- Triage calls, manage concerns by phone when appropriate, and escalate cases to the surgeon as needed.
- Support procedures involving VATS, open surgery, robotics, vein harvesting, and minor procedures as qualified.
- What You Need
- RequiredActive physician assistant licenseDEA registrationBLS and ACLS certifications
- Board certification, as applicable
- Cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgery specialty experience
- Flexibility to travel between hospitals and clinics
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- PreferredFive or more years of recent cardiovascular surgery experience
- Thoracic surgery experience
- First-assist certification
- Experience with vein harvesting using Maquet equipment
- Experience with open radial or harmonic scalpel techniques
- About the Assignment
Join a leading facility in Portland, Oregon, supporting a cardiovascular and thoracic surgery team across clinic, operating room, inpatient, and procedural settings. xevrcyc The role includes collaboration with surgeons and other advanced practice providers, rotating beeper-call coverage, and care delivered across hospitals and clinics.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife .
Benefits: Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Portland, OR
Occupation
Surgical Assistants
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
2 days ago
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