Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Portsmouth, VA

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: Portsmouth, VA Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 1/4/2027

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery PA in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23707!

Our client in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 90-day assignment starting Nov 2, 2026. This role involves managing patient care before, during, and after surgeries of the heart, lungs, and chest, with a schedule of Monday to Friday from 7 AM to 3 PM, complemented by night and weekend call requirements.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide first assistance in surgical procedures
• Conduct patient evaluations
• Perform patient rounding
• Insert and remove chest tubes

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Cardiothoracic Surgery
• EMR: Epic
• Call Schedule: Includes night call from 3 PM to 7 AM and 24-hour weekend call from 7 AM to 7 AM.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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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