Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Vascular in Missouri

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Vascular Location: Missouri Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Vascular Surgery PA in Missouri!

We are seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment with our client in Missouri, starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves shifts, covering both operating room and clinic duties, with a strong focus on endovascular vein harvesting proficiency, assisting in ECMO cannulations, and managing pre and post-operative cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide support in both operating room and clinic settings.
• Demonstrate high proficiency in Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH), completing harvests within 45-60 minutes.
• Perform radial vein harvesting (preferred).
• Assist in ECMO cannulations.
• Participate in cases such as Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), aortic dissection, and Impella placement and removal.
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patients, including those on ECMO.
• Oversee 4-9 patients daily in the consult clinic.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation, with attending physicians present during clinic on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Serve as a solo provider on weekends, with attending physician support available.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR System: Epic
• Shift Hours: 0600-1830
• Key Case Experience: Pre/post-operative care, ECMO, and required endovascular vein harvesting

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.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. xrczosw

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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