Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Torrance, CA

Physician Assistant | Surgery - CardiothoracicLocation: Torrance, CA Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Torrance, California, 90501!

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: 102726
  
• Profession: Physician Assistant
  
• Specialty: PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Torrance, CA 90503
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call 
  
• Coverage Period: Nov 24, 2026 – Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: 730a – 6p
  
• Call Schedule: 6p-730a 
  
• Call Type: Beeper
  
• Call Response Time: 20-30 mins
  
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Vendor
  

COVERAGE DATES

• Nov 25 – Nov 30, 2026
  
• Dec 21 – Dec 31, 2026
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 5-8 patients/day
  
• Rounding: Rounding on inpatients post-op
  
• Case Mix: CV/CT surgery, ECMO, IABP, Impella
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
  
• Support Staff: 3 MAs, 2 APPs
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC 
  
• Licenses: Licensed in CA
  
• DEA: Required
  
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Round on inpatients post-operatively.
  
• First assist in cardiovascular/thoracic surgeries.
  
• See patients in clinic.
  
• Perform endoscopic and radial artery harvesting.
  
• Interpret EKGs, X-rays, and labs; manage ECMO, IABP, and Impella.
  

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1. Access professional development resources and educational programs offered by different facilities, staying updated with the latest medical practices and guidelines.
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3. Connect with fellow locum professionals through online forums, networking events, and support groups, fostering camaraderie, collaboration, and shared learning experiences.
4. Navigate career transitions or specialty changes with greater ease by gaining exposure to different practice settings and patient populations through locum work.
5. Transition between full-time, part-time, or locum roles as your personal or professional circumstances evolve, maintaining career fluidity and adaptability.

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