via Snagajob
$120K - 200K a year
First assist on thoracic and cardiac surgeries including robotic procedures, conduct pre-op assessments, and collaborate with surgical teams.
Board Certified PA with active MI license, significant thoracic or cardiac OR first assist experience, robotic surgery preferred, BLS & ACLS certified, and clean background.
Locum Opportunity: Advanced Surgical PA Thoracic/Cardiac (Robotics Preferred) Clinton Twp, MI Level II Trauma Center OR & Clinic 4x10s No Call High-Level First Assist Role We are actively seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant (PA) with a strong background in Thoracic Surgery and/or Cardiac OR first assist to support a high-volume program in Clinton Township, MI. If you're confident in the OR, thrive with autonomy, and have robotic surgery experience, this is a prime opportunity to join a nationally recognized health system. ️ Assignment Details: • Start Date: ASAP Ongoing • Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week (No call) • Setting: OR & Pre-Op Clinic • Trauma Level: II • Patient Population: Adult only • Documentation: EPIC EMR Primary Responsibilities: • First assist on thoracic procedures (robotic lung resections, foregut surgery) • Participate in robot docking and bedside surgical support • Conduct pre-op testing and clinic assessments • Work autonomously and as part of a high-functioning surgical team • Collaborate with attending surgeons, APPs, and clinical staff Required Qualifications: • Board Certified PA (NCCPA) REQUIRED • Active MI license REQUIRED • Significant experience in thoracic OR or cardiac first assist REQUIRED • Robotic surgery experience (foregut/lung resections) HIGHLY PREFERRED • BLS & ACLS certified REQUIRED • Clean background REQUIRED • Credentialing/application fees not reimbursed by client Client Insight: Candidates with strong cardiac OR experience may be considered if thoracic volume can be offset internally. Robotic experience is a major asset in this high-acuity surgical environment. Locum Opportunity: Advanced Surgical PA Thoracic/Cardiac (Robotics Preferred) Clinton Twp, MI Level II Trauma Center OR & Clinic 4x10s No Call High-Level First Assist Role We are actively seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant (PA) with a strong background in Thoracic Surgery and/or Cardiac OR first assist to support a high-volume program in Clinton Township, MI. If you're confident in the OR, thrive with autonomy, and have robotic surgery experience, this is a prime opportunity to join a nationally recognized health system. ️ Assignment Details: • Start Date: ASAP Ongoing • Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week (No call) • Setting: OR & Pre-Op Clinic • Trauma Level: II • Patient Population: Adult only • Documentation: EPIC EMR Primary Responsibilities: • First assist on thoracic procedures (robotic lung resections, foregut surgery) • Participate in robot docking and bedside surgical support • Conduct pre-op testing and clinic assessments • Work autonomously and as part of a high-functioning surgical team • Collaborate with attending surgeons, APPs, and clinical staff Required Qualifications: • Board Certified PA (NCCPA) REQUIRED • Active MI license REQUIRED • Significant experience in thoracic OR or cardiac first assist REQUIRED • Robotic surgery experience (foregut/lung resections) HIGHLY PREFERRED • BLS & ACLS certified REQUIRED • Clean background REQUIRED • Credentialing/application fees not reimbursed by client Client Insight: Candidates with strong cardiac OR experience may be considered if thoracic volume can be offset internally. Robotic experience is a major asset in this high-acuity surgical environment.
This job posting was last updated on 12/9/2025