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We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) with experience in Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery to join our locum tenens team in Grand Junction, Colorado. This role is critical in supporting surgical and postoperative cardiac care for patients and ensuring continuity of care in both inpatient and surgical environments. This opportunity offers full-time hours and 24-hour call coverage, with an emphasis on long weekend coverage. Procedures may include chest tube removal and pacing wire pulls. TAVRs are not required. Deliver collaborative, high-quality patient care with a patient-centered focus. Perform comprehensive assessments using physical exams, history, diagnostics, and clinical judgment. Independently manage and monitor patient treatment plans in coordination with physicians. Educate patients and families on treatment, discharge planning, and recovery. Provide inpatient support, including chest tube removal and pulling pacing wires. Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and communication. Comply with documentation, regulatory standards, and site-specific protocols. Float to other departments as needed, within the scope of credentials. Adhere to SCL Health?s mission, vision, and service behavior standards.Education: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Experience: Prior experience in cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgery highly preferred. Certifications: ACLS (AHA) ? Required BLS (AHA) ? Required Languages: Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak). EMR Experience: EPIC ? Required Licensure: Valid Colorado PA license (or eligibility to obtain).Chest tube management Post-op pacing wire removal Strong clinical decision-making Effective interdisciplinary collaboration Documentation accuracy and compliance awareness Job Responsibilities: Deliver collaborative, high-quality patient care with a patient-centered focus. Perform comprehensive assessments using physical exams, history, diagnostics, and clinical judgment. Independently manage and monitor patient treatment plans in coordination with physicians. Educate patients and families on treatment, discharge planning, and recovery. Provide inpatient support, including chest tube removal and pulling pacing wires. Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and communication. Comply with documentation, regulatory standards, and site-specific protocols. Float to other departments as needed, within the scope of credentials. Adhere to SCL Health?s mission, vision, and service behavior standards. Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Experience: Prior experience in cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgery highly preferred. Certifications: ACLS (AHA) ? Required BLS (AHA) ? Required Languages: Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak). EMR Experience: EPIC ? Required Licensure: Valid Colorado PA license (or eligibility to obtain). Working Hours: Standard Workweek: Monday through Friday Hours Per Day: 8 hours Total Hours Per Week: 40 hours On-Call Requirement: 24-hour call shifts (7:00 AM ? 7:00 AM), primarily over long weekends Frequency of call varies but will include extended weekend coverage Skills: Chest tube management Post-op pacing wire removal Strong clinical decision-making Effective interdisciplinary collaboration Documentation accuracy and compliance awareness
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