Surgery - Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA) in Connecticut Job at HDA MD Staff, Norwalk, CT

  • HDA MD Staff
  • Norwalk, CT

Job Description

Job Overview

Job Opportunity – Physician Assistant – Cardiothoracic Surgery – Connecticut

Start Date: As soon as credentialed

Location: Connecticut

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Weekend coverage only, Friday 6:00 PM to Sunday 6:00 PM. Inpatient setting with operating room assistance, patient management on step-down unit, and inpatient consults.

Highlights:

  • 6-month assignment with option to extend
  • Average patient census of 10 per day
  • EPIC electronic medical record system
  • Level 1 trauma center affiliation
  • Autonomous practice with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations
  • Coverage across two facilities (35-mile distance between sites)

Requirements:

  • Active Connecticut Physician Assistant license (must be in hand at time of submission)
  • Board Certification through NCCPA (required)
  • Current ACLS and BLS certifications
  • Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (no new graduates)
  • EPIC experience preferred
  • Must be local or willing to relocate to Connecticut
  • Ability to provide coverage at both facility locations

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Pre-operative physical examinations and coordination of care
  • Operating room assistance in cardiothoracic surgical cases
  • Inpatient rounding and patient management on step-down units
  • Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
  • Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses
  • Prescription management and suture removal
  • Placement of central venous and dialysis catheters
  • Placement of arterial lines
  • Endoscopic retrieval procedures

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This weekend-only position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant to work autonomously in a fast-paced cardiothoracic surgery environment. You'll be part of a specialized team providing critical care to a diverse patient population at Level 1 trauma-affiliated facilities, with the flexibility of a structured weekend schedule and the potential for long-term extension.

Job Tags

Locum, Local area, Relocation, Weekend work

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