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Locums – Hartford, Connecticut, Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery Job

Clinical Role

Join a Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Hartford, Connecticut, providing inpatient-only locum coverage across two hospital sites. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant who can work autonomously while supporting surgical services, rounding, and patient care needs.

Assignment Details

Start Date:
As soon as credentialed

Assignment Length:
6–12-month contract

Reason for Coverage:
Recruitment efforts and summer vacation coverage

Schedule:
Monday–Friday
8-hour day shifts
Potential call and 24-hour shifts

Provider Model:
Autonomous practice setting
Supervising physician will not be present during assignment

Practice Setting

Inpatient only at both sites

Facility Details

• Level I Trauma Center
• Adult, adolescent, and geriatric patient population
• Average patient volume: Approximately 10 patients per day
• No new graduates accepted
• Local providers required

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat illnesses
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Assist in cardiothoracic surgery procedures
• Write prescriptions
• Coordinate patient care
• Perform inpatient rounding
• Provide autonomous patient management

Required Procedures

• Placement of central venous catheters
• Placement of dialysis catheters
• Placement of arterial lines
• Placement of intra-aortic balloon pumps
• Endoscopic retrieval procedures

Support & Technology

EMR System:
Epic

Requirements

• Board Certified NCCPA required
• Active Connecticut license required at time of submission
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Epic experience preferred
• ACLS required
• BLS required
• Must be able to perform all required duties
• Must be able to perform all required procedures
• Local provider required

Preferred Qualifications

• Cardiothoracic Surgery experience
• Experience working independently in an inpatient surgical environment

Organization & Team

• Established Cardiothoracic Surgery program
• Level I Trauma Center environment
• Collaborative multidisciplinary surgical team
• Long-term locum opportunity

About Hartford, Connecticut

Location & Access: Hartford is the capital city of Connecticut and offers convenient access throughout New England, including Boston and New York City.

Lifestyle & Community: Hartford features historic neighborhoods, cultural attractions, museums, restaurants, and a growing downtown community.

Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy nearby parks, hiking trails, rivers, state forests, and year-round outdoor activities throughout Connecticut.

Attractions: Hartford is home to attractions including the Connecticut State Capitol, Mark Twain House, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and Bushnell Park.

Quality of Life: Hartford offers a blend of city amenities, New England charm, excellent healthcare access, and convenient regional travel.

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