Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in California

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: California Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in California! We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a high-acuity adult inpatient locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with a 120-day contract, offering full-time Monday to Friday shifts, 8 am to 5 pm, and regular weekday and weekend call coverage. The role is fully inpatient with no clinic responsibilities, ideal for providers skilled in independent inpatient management. Job Details - Location: California - Start Date: Mar 2, 2026 - LOA: 120 days - Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant - Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; no clinic. Weekday call 1:5, weekend call 1:4 Responsibilities and Duties - Provide comprehensive inpatient and operative care on a high-volume, high-acuity adult cardiothoracic surgery service - Independently manage patients across OR, ICU, stepdown, and telemetry floors - Participate in all aspects of adult CT surgery patient care, excluding clinic-based duties - Address all types of cases as required for the assignment and per client specifications - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a tertiary/quaternary care environment - Respond to consults, admit, and manage patients throughout their hospital course - Take primary responsibility for timely and thorough documentation of all clinical activities Additional Information - Over 1 year of full-time experience as a Physician Assistant in adult cardiothoracic surgery required - Independent inpatient management experience (not clinic-heavy or observational roles) is essential - Active California PA license, current NCCPA certification, and DEA (schedule II-V) required - Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) credential required - All applications must clearly address experience with each type of case listed in the assignment requirements 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. LI-SC1 About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry - Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue - Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive - Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach - We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process - From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided - Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support - When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. 1701314EXPPLAT

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