Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Adelphi Staffing

Mason City, Iowa

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Cardiothoracic (CT) Surgery, Cardiovascular, Intensive Care, Medical Records, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Physician Assistant, Surgical Procedures, Thoracic Surgery
LOCATION
Mason City, Iowa
POSTED
16 days ago
JOB OVERVIEW
  • Profession: Physician Assistant
  • Specialty: PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Mason City, Iowa
  • Service Setting: Inpatient
  • Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  • Coverage Period: Aug 10, 2026 – Ongoing
  • Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p + weeknight call; Sat – Sun, 24-hour call
  • Call Ratio: 1:2
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
COVERAGE DATES
  • Sep 07 – Sep 11, 2026 (8a-5p)
  • Sep 28 – Oct 02, 2026 (8a-5p)
  • Oct 05 – Oct 11, 2026 (8a-5p and night call; 24-hour call Oct 10-11)
  • Nov 23 – Nov 28, 2026 (8a-5p and night call; 24-hour call Nov 26 & 28)
  • Dec 21 – Dec 31, 2026 (8a-5p and night call; 24-hour call Dec 26-27)
PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Adult
  • Average Daily Volume: 1-2 surgical cases per day
  • Admissions: Yes
  • Rounding: Included
  • Case Mix: CABG, EVH, open valvular surgery, thoracic procedures (thoracotomy, lobectomy)
FACILITY INFORMATION
  • Trauma Level: Level 2
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • CABG
  • EVH
  • Open valvular surgery
  • Thoracotomy
  • Lobectomy

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Board: Board Certified PA-C
  • Licenses: Active Iowa License (or eligible to obtain; processing time 4-6 weeks)
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of CT Surgery experience
  • Other Qualifications: Clean malpractice/background; NPDB Self-Query Report within 30 days
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including CABG, EVH, open valvular surgery, thoracotomy, and lobectomy
  • Provide daily first-assist coverage in the operating room and manage inpatient care (ICU/floor)
  • Participate in weekday night call and weekend 24-hour call for cardiothoracic surgery emergencies
  • Manage preoperative and postoperative patient evaluations and rounding
  • Collaborate with attending surgeons, nurses, and other team members to ensure comprehensive patient care

About the Company

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Adelphi Staffing