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Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens lists this Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner opportunity in lexington, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cardiothoracic Surgery APP Locums Job in Kentucky
Are you an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery? A premier acute care facility is seeking a dedicated provider to join their surgical team this summer. This is a high-volume, collaborative environment perfect for a skilled first-assistant looking for a short-term engagement with potential for extension.
Position Overview
Role: Locum Tenens APP (NP/PA/DNP)
Duration: October 1 2026 ongoing
Seeking candidates available a minimum of 1 week per month; 2 weeks per month would be ideal
Schedule: Main Shift Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM + 1 shift per week 5p-7a of weeknight backup call
On-Call: One week per month (Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 7:00 AM) as 2nd Call/Backup.
Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient (Surgical focus)
EMR: EPIC
Clinical Responsibilities
This role focuses heavily on Surgical First Assisting for Cardiothoracic and Vascular cases, with minimal rounding duties.
Caseload: Support 2-4 surgeries per MD daily (Hearts, Lungs, and Vascular).
Key Procedures: Assist in a wide range of cardiovascular and respiratory surgical procedures.
Preferred Skill: Proficiency in Radial Artery Harvesting is highly desirable.
Requirements
Board Status: Board Certified (BC) in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Licensure: Open to non licensed KY candidates with clean backgrounds
Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS.
Experience: Proven experience in CT Surgery First Assisting is required.
The Jackson and Coker Advantage:
Join a team that prioritizes your peace of mind so you can focus on patient care.
Elite Coverage: Top-rated malpractice insurance.
Seamless Logistics: Full-service in-house travel agency and credentialing coordinators.
Constant Support: 24/7 recruiter availability to handle any issues in real-time.
Experience the standard of excellence recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts.
Apply Today!
Tyren Sams
Recruiting Consultant
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Worksite address
lexington, KY, 40502, US
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