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RecruitWell lists this Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant opportunity in fond du lac, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locums - Fond du Lac, Wisconsin NP/PA Cardiothoracic Surgery Opportunity
Clinical Role RecruitWell is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a locums Cardiothoracic Surgery opportunity in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. This role requires strong cardiac surgery experience, including first-assist experience in the CVOR, and involves both perioperative and procedural responsibilities. Candidates must already hold an active Wisconsin license, as the organization is not willing to license.
Assignment Details
Start date: December 15, 2026
Assignment duration: 13 weeks
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Potential call rotation
Adult patient population
Patient volume varies
Cardiothoracic Surgery department
Position Highlights
NP/PA Cardiothoracic Surgery opportunity
Work alongside surgeons, PA-Cs, and RNs
First-assist CVOR experience required
Broad procedural responsibilities
Robotic lung experience is a plus, but not required
60-day credentialing timeframe
Clinical Details & Responsibilities
Examine and evaluate patients
Formulate diagnoses
Develop treatment plans
Perform technical, clinical, and surgical procedures
Document patient progress and surgical care
Assist with perioperative and postoperative Cardiothoracic Surgery care
Provide first-assist support in the CVOR
Procedures & Skills
Endoscopic saphenous vein harvests
Radial artery harvests
Chest tube placement and removal
Catheter placement and removal
Central line placement and removal
Arterial line placement and removal
Intubation and extubation
Robotic lung surgery experience preferred, but not required
Support & Technology
Surgeons
PA-Cs
Registered Nurses
EMR: Epic
Robotic surgical equipment available
Requirements
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Board Certified required
Active Wisconsin license required
Organization is not willing to license
BLS required
ACLS required
CSR required
DEA required
1-2 years of Cardiothoracic Surgery experience required
Minimum 1 year of first-assist experience in the CVOR specific to cardiac surgery required
Must have first-assist experience
Credentialing
Approximately 60 days
Active Wisconsin license must already be in hand
Organization & Team
Cardiothoracic Surgery department
Collaborative team of surgeons, PA-Cs, and RNs
Adult surgical patient population
Combination of clinical, procedural, operative, and postoperative responsibilities
About Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Location & Access: Fond du Lac is located at the southern end of Lake Winnebago in east-central Wisconsin, with convenient access to Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and surrounding communities.
Lifestyle & Community: The area offers a comfortable small-city environment with local restaurants, shopping, community events, and a strong Midwestern atmosphere.
Outdoor Recreation: Lake Winnebago and the surrounding region provide opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and other year-round outdoor activities.
Attractions: Fond du Lac features waterfront parks, local museums, seasonal festivals, golf courses, and easy access to recreational destinations throughout eastern Wisconsin.
Quality of Life: The community offers a balance of affordable living, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to larger Wisconsin cities while maintaining a relaxed pace of life.
What RecruitWell Provides
A+ rated malpractice coverage
Weekly direct deposit
24/7 dedicated recruiter support
Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
Prepaid travel and lodging
RecruitWell's Core Values
Open communication
Sense of urgency
Teamwork
Accountability
Driven to win
Higher consciousness
Worksite address
fond du lac, WI, 54935, US
Who can apply
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