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Locums Opportunity: Cardiothoracic Surgery in Philadelphia, PA
Start Date: July 1st.
Length: 3-6 months
Schedule: 3x12s | On-Call: 1 night/week + 1 weekend every 6 weeks.
If you're an experienced Cardiac Surgical PA looking for a rewarding locums opportunity with excellent lifestyle balance, this top cardiac program in Philly is calling.
Join a highly respected, fully APP-run cardiac surgery service – No residents, no fellows, and no micromanagement. Just dedicated surgeons and skilled APPs working in sync to deliver world-class care to an underserved patient population.
What you will be doing:
- First-assist in cardiac cases (daily volume: 1-2 cases)
- Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) and line placements.
- Manage 6-8 patients/day in the CCU & Telemetry units
- Lead patient care from pre-op to post-op, in close collaboration with attending surgeons
- Participate in bedside procedures and contribute to clinical research efforts
- Use Cerner EMR for streamlines patient documentation
The Team:
- APP – run service with 2-3 APPs on weekdays, and 1 overnight APP
- On-call surgeon coverage 24/7
- No trainees, ensuring clean, focused workflows and true team autonomy
Requirements:
- AAPA Certification and Active PA License (or Acute Care NP Cert)
- 3-5+ years of experience in cardiac surgery or CCU
- Proven skills in first-assist cardiac surgery & EVH
- Comfortable managing complex cardiac post-op care independently
Why this role stands out:
This isn't just another locums gig – it's a chance to join a well respected cardiac program that truly values its APPs. You'll gain meaningful OR experience, clinical autonomy, and lifestyle flexibility – all while making a difference in a community that needs it.
Ready to jump into a high-impact role with a supportive, autonomous team? Let's Talk.
Apply now with your most updated CV for immediate consideration!