Cardiology Physician Assistant

Thoracic Surgery First Assist Oregon Full-Time Locum Tenens

Join a highly respected cardiovascular and thoracic surgery team in Portland, Oregon . We are seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant to provide full-time locum tenens coverage in a dynamic inpatient and outpatient setting. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons while maintaining a balanced blend of clinic, OR, rounding, and call responsibilities.

• Full-time locum assignment: March 2027 through August 2027
• 4-day work week with a mix of clinic, OR, and inpatient responsibilities
• Approximately 35-40 hours per week
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Shared 1:4 call schedule
• Combination of inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and call coverage
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, established thoracic surgery program
• Multiple providers may be utilized for scheduling flexibility

• Typical schedule includes:
  • 2 days in outpatient clinic
  • 2 days in the operating room
• Shared inpatient rounding responsibilities
• Average patient volume: 10 patients per day
• Call consists primarily of triage and clinical decision-making, with limited in-person callback requirements
• Weekend call approximately one weekend per month
• Work closely with surgeons, APPs, RNs, and support staff in a team-oriented environment

• First Assist in thoracic surgical procedures
• Assist with:
  • Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
  • Robotic thoracic surgery
  • Open thoracic procedures
• Vein harvesting experience preferred
• Experience with:
  • Maquet endoscopic vein harvesting systems
  • Open radial harvest techniques
  • Harmonic scalpel techniques
• Evaluate, manage, and coordinate care for pre- and post-operative patients
• Participate in inpatient rounding and outpatient follow-up care

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Active Oregon license required
• DEA required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Cardiovascular and/or Thoracic Surgery experience strongly preferred
• First Assist certification required
• Recent surgical experience preferred
• Candidates with 5+ years of cardiovascular surgery experience are highly desired, though all qualified applicants will be considered

• Competitive locum compensation
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Travel and lodging assistance available
• Long-term assignment offering schedule stability
• Credentialing timeframe: approximately 90-120 days

This assignment offers the chance to join a respected thoracic surgery team while enjoying a diverse clinical practice that includes surgery, clinic, inpatient management, and call coverage. Providers seeking a long-term locum opportunity with meaningful surgical involvement and strong team support are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to learn more about this rewarding Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant opportunity in beautiful Portland, Oregon.