Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Hospital in Ohio

Job description

About the facility

Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center operates as a comprehensive healthcare system serving Clark and Champaign counties as part of Ohio's largest health system. The facility provides acute care, specialized physician practices, senior living, and community outreach services anchored by a full-service hospital with advanced cardiothoracic surgical capabilities.

About the facility location

The region offers diverse recreational opportunities and year-round activities for residents and visitors. Regional attractions provide entertainment options and outdoor recreation throughout the area, with cultural venues and museums available for exploration.

About the clinician's workday

The physician associate will deliver comprehensive 24-hour cardiothoracic surgery coverage with responsibilities including prescription writing, care coordination, patient rounding, diagnostic test interpretation, test ordering, and vein harvesting procedures. The role requires managing 5-20 patients daily while maintaining board certification and prescriptive authority throughout the assignment. The clinician will work collaboratively with nursing staff and administrative support to ensure optimal patient outcomes across inpatient cardiothoracic surgery services. All responsibilities must be performed with continuous on-site availability and adherence to facility protocols for cardiothoracic surgical care.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 5-20
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

Your dedicated recruiter

Madison Foster

Call / Text: (678) 501-2669
Email: mafoster@locumtenens.com

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