Locum Tenens Cardiovascular Surgery PA/NP Needed near Ovando, MT (j-235754)

Seeking a Skilled and Experienced Cardiovascular Surgery PA/NP for Locum Tenens Role

Are you a dedicated Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a beautiful Montana community? We're searching for a qualified and experienced provider to join our team and provide vital support for a maternity/paternity leave vacancy.

This temporary position offers a flexible start date as soon as possible (ASAP) and lasts until December 16th, 2024.

Responsibilities:

• Function as a First Assistant in the operating room (OR) for a variety of cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries.


• Utilize your expertise to assist a team of four Cardiothoracic Surgery PAs.


• Participate in scheduled OR cases, inpatient rounding, and potential call coverage (approximately 1 in 4 weeks, evenings and nights).


• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.


• Assist clinic staff with answering patient call-in questions as needed.


• Potential duties may include assisting with endovenous and endoradial harvesting procedures, floor management for patient discharges, and emergent surgeries.

Qualifications:

• Active and unrestricted license in Montana (MT) or through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC).


• Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Surgery or a related specialty is preferred.


• Minimum of two years of experience as a Cardiovascular Surgery PA/NP is required.


• First Assisting experience in the OR is mandatory.


• Excellent clinical judgment, decision-making skills, and technical abilities in a cardiovascular surgery setting.


• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to effectively work with a team and patients in various situations.


• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality patient care.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package negotiable for the right candidate.


• The opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment within a stroke-certified hospital.


• Enjoy the flexibility of a locum tenens schedule with predictable call and weekend rounding requirements.


• Make a significant impact on patient care in a desirable Montana community near Ovando.

Schedule:

• The typical schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts per week, primarily focused on OR and inpatient coverage. Weekends may involve rounding, discharges, and emergent surgeries with variable shift lengths.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this locum tenens opportunity.

Additional Information:

• Due to privacy concerns, this advertisement does not disclose the specific healthcare facility or its exact location. However, the position is situated in a community near Ovando, MT.

Why Choose This Locum Tenens Opportunity?

• Challenge Yourself: Assist with complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries in a beautiful Montana setting.


• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of four CTS PAs utilizing advanced technology (Epic EMR).


• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable schedule with call coverage spread amongst the team and variable weekend hours.


• Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive rate for your skills and commitment to patient care in a desirable Montana location.

We encourage qualified Cardiovascular Surgery PAs and NPs seeking a locum tenens opportunity to apply!