Are you a skilled and experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon (PA or NP considered) seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity with long-term potential near Rocklin, California? We are searching for a qualified provider to join our busy program and contribute to a collaborative surgical team. This locum tenens position offers a diverse caseload, OR-only focus, and the potential to transition to a permanent role.
Why You'll Thrive Here:
Long-Term Opportunity: Contribute your expertise to a locum tenens position with the potential to transition to a permanent role, fostering stability and growth within our program.
Focus on the Operating Room: Enjoy an OR-only schedule, allowing you to hone your surgical skills and participate in a variety of complex cardiothoracic procedures.
Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a team of eight surgeons in a supportive and collegial environment.
Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a competitive hourly rate with call pay.
Varied Schedule: Balance your work and personal life with a schedule offering four 10-hour shifts per week, predictable daytime OR hours (with some variability), and weekend call distributed amongst the team.
What You'll Do:
Perform a variety of open and endoscopic vein harvesting techniques (including Maquet Vasoview 2) as the primary harvester.
Assist surgeons in all cardiothoracic cases as a first or second assistant.
Place arterial lines and perform other related procedures within the operating room setting.
Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient and high-quality patient care.
Who You Are:
National Certification as a Physician Assistant (NCCPA) or Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery (preferred) (required).
Current and active license to practice medicine in California (required).
ACLS, BLS, and DEA certifications (required).
Experience with endoscopic vein harvesting techniques and a strong foundation in cardiothoracic surgery principles (preferred).
Excellent surgical skills, first assisting experience, and strong technical abilities in a sterile environment.
The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
Strong work ethic, time management skills, and the ability to manage a fast-paced surgical environment.
Join a Team Committed to Excellence:
We are passionate about providing exceptional surgical care to our patients and fostering a supportive team environment. If you're a skilled and experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon (NP or PA considered) seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity with long-term potential, we encourage you to apply!
Additional Notes:
This locum tenens position offers the opportunity to live near Rocklin, California, while contributing your expertise to a high-volume cardiothoracic surgery program.
The average call-back hours are estimated at 5-8 per night, with variable frequency depending on surgical caseload.
The electronic medical record system utilized is Cerner.
This position is available for a full-time (1.0 FTE) or part-time (0.75 FTE) schedule, depending on your desired workload.
We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. This locum tenens opportunity offers a predictable daytime schedule with OR-only focus, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while managing your personal commitments. Take the next step and join our dedicated team!