Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Tyler, TX Job at VieMed Healthcare Staffing, Tyler, TX

  • VieMed Healthcare Staffing
  • Tyler, TX

Job Description

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Tyler, TX
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic Surgery – Tyler, TX

Are you a dedicated Physician Assistant with ICU and OR experience looking for a rewarding last-minute opportunity? Join a leading facility in Tyler, TX, for a critical short-term assignment with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and excellent support. Enjoy weekly pay via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits, and a robust referral program—all while making a meaningful difference in patient care.

Quick Facts

  • Location: Tyler, TX
  • Start Date: 07/17/2026
  • End Date/Duration: 7/10 to 7/11 (short-term coverage)
  • Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (days)
  • Hours/week: 20 hours (approximate for the two days)
  • Employment Type: Contract/Travel
  • License/Certs: Active Physician Assistant license
  • Experience: ICU, pre and post-cardiac surgery, OR experience preferred (vein harvesting strongly preferred)

Pay & Benefits

  • Pay package discussed upon application
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Competitive pay rates ($1.00/hour)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You’ll Do

  • Rounding in ICU, pre- and post-cardiac surgery units
  • Managing patients coming off ventilators
  • Caring for patients emerging from open-heart, VATS, and lung surgeries
  • Assisting with vein harvesting and other OR procedures (preferred)
  • Monitoring and ensuring patient stability during critical phases
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver excellent patient care

What You Need
Required:

  • Active Physician Assistant license in Texas
  • ICU and intraoperative experience
  • Ability to work 7a-7p for the specified dates

Preferred:

  • OR experience, especially with vein harvesting
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

About the Assignment
This assignment involves providing specialized postoperative and intraoperative care in a busy cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery setting. You will join a passionate team committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes in a dynamic environment.

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Benefits

Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Locum, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift

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