Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Job - Cardiothoracic Surgery in Portsmouth, Virginia

Experienced Physician Assistants seeking locum tenens opportunities in Virginia: join a busy Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Portsmouth, VA. This inpatient-focused healthcare opportunity offers collaborative surgical care, EPIC EMR, and the chance to support high-quality adult cardiothoracic surgery patients in the Hampton Roads area.

• Setting: Hospital-based Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Employment Type: Locum tenens Physician Assistant
• Start Date: August 26, 2026
• End Date: November 25, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,900 - $4,620
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 8-hour nights
• Schedule: 24-hour coverage Monday through Friday, with night call and 24-hour weekend call
• Shifts Per Week: Varies based on coverage needs
• Patient Mix: 100% adult
• Inpatient/Outpatient: 75% inpatient, 25% outpatient
• Weekend Rounds: Yes
• EMR: EPIC
• Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 90-120 days

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a relevant clinical setting preferred
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Training or experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
• Active Virginia Physician Assistant license required
• Active DEA required
• Hospital privileges required
• Ability to work nights and weekends as part of the surgical coverage schedule
• Comfortable managing adult inpatient surgical patients

• Provide locum tenens coverage for the Cardiothoracic Surgery service
• Support inpatient and outpatient care for adult cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Participate in weekend rounds and ongoing patient management
• Assist with night call and 24-hour weekend call coverage
• Collaborate with the cardiothoracic surgery team to ensure continuity of care
• Evaluate and manage patients seen on rounds, typically 5-10 patients
• Document care accurately in EPIC EMR and follow established clinical workflows
• Contribute to a smooth transition of care during scheduled coverage periods

Apply now to explore this locum tenens Physician Assistant opportunity in Portsmouth, Virginia, and join a dedicated cardiothoracic surgery healthcare team.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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