Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Company : Barton Associates

Location : Santa Clara, CA, 95050

Posted Date : 1 November 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Physicians & Surgeons

Occupation : Physician Assistant

Job Details

We are seeking a skilled Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 10, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 7am-5pm, with one weekend per month. Join a thoracic-only surgery center focused on lung and chest cases, assisting with pre- and post-operative patient management.
Job Details

Location: California
Start Date: Nov 10, 2025
LOA: 40 days
Provider Type Needed: Thoracic Physician Assistant
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm; one weekend per month

Responsibilities and Duties

Round on 4-10 thoracic patients per day
Manage chest tubes, including removal (placement experience is a plus but not required)
Cover the thoracic floor for pre- and post-operative thoracic cases
Provide inpatient rounding and consults for thoracic patients
Support surgeons and residents while they are in the OR
Participate in thoracic cases in a thoracic-only surgery center
Utilize Epic EMR (experience with Epic is a plus)
Apply robotic (DaVinci) experience if available

Additional Information

Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in California
Robotic and thoracic surgery experience strongly preferred
Experience in the operating room is a plus
No requirement for placing arterial lines, central lines, or other invasive lines
Chest tube placement skills are a bonus (training available if needed)

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.