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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Syracuse, NY

Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Syracuse, NY

LocumJobsOnline • New York City, US
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Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Location : Syracuse, NY

Employer : Wellhart, LLC

Pay : Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Contract Duration : 75 Days

Start Date : ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Syracuse, New York, 13203!

We are seeking an experienced Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This role starts on Feb 1, 2026, and features a Monday through Friday schedule, 7 : 00am to 5 : 00pm, with variable evening call. The position focuses on hospital-based cardiac surgery, operating room first assist, and includes some ICU and floor coverage.

Job Details

  • Location : New York
  • Facility Type : Hospital
  • Start Date : Feb 1, 2026
  • LOA : 75 days
  • Provider Type Needed : Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant
  • Schedule : Monday through Friday, 7 : 00am–5 : 00pm; call varies (1–2 evenings per week, operating call from home)

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Serve as first assist in cardiac surgery cases in the operating room
  • Perform vein harvesting for bypass conduit procedures
  • Insert chest tubes as clinically indicated
  • Retrieve vascular tissues for use in bypass surgery
  • Provide coverage in the ICU and on the hospital floor as needed
  • Participate in call coverage, including 1–2 evenings per week from home
  • Support postoperative patient management in collaboration with the cardiac surgery team
  • Apply advanced knowledge of cardiac surgery and perioperative care
  • Additional Information

  • Active NCCPA certification required
  • Current New York State license required
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Board certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery preferred
  • Must have prior experience in cardiac surgery, first assist, and vein harvesting
  • Robotic surgery experience is a plus
  • Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
  • What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

    Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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    About Wellhart, LLC

    Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

    Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

    Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

  • Travel the United States and see new places.
  • Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
  • Set your own schedule.
  • Earn more money than permanent providers.
  • Experience new practice settings.
  • Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.
  • Join the Wellhart team!

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