Cardiology | Physician Assistant

Cardiology Physician Assistant (PA) – Locum Tenens Job in Jackson, Michigan

Join a collaborative inpatient cardiology team as a locum tenens Physician Assistant (PA) in Jackson, Michigan. This cardiology PA opportunity offers adult and geriatric patient care in a Level II trauma center, with no overnight shifts or on-call responsibilities. Work alongside experienced cardiologists and advanced practice professionals in a welcoming Midwestern healthcare community.

Cardiology Physician Assistant Job Details

• Specialty: Cardiology
• Position: Physician Assistant (PA)
• Location: Jackson, Michigan
• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens; potential for a long-term transition may be considered
• Openings: 2
• Start Date: January 4, 2027, or as soon as credentialing is complete
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks, through April 5, 2027
• Schedule: Two weeks per month; 7 consecutive days on followed by 7 days off, Sunday through Saturday
• Shift: 8-hour daytime shifts, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Call: No overnight shifts and no on-call responsibilities
• Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital-based cardiology with approximately 80% inpatient and 20% outpatient work
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Average Daily Volume: Approximately 20–25 patients on the inpatient list
• Facility: Level II trauma center
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $373,330–$400,000

Cardiology Physician Assistant Job Requirements

• Physician Assistant with current NCCPA certification
• Board certification required
• At least 3 years of prior experience in both inpatient and outpatient cardiology settings
• Acute care training preferred
• Active Michigan Physician Assistant license required at the time of submission
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications through the American Heart Association
• Familiarity with Epic preferred
• Clean professional background with no unresolved malpractice or licensing concerns
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to collaborate with cardiologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Inpatient Cardiology Physician Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient cardiology care for adult and geriatric patients
• Round with cardiologists and support the inpatient cardiology service
• Evaluate and manage follow-up patients on the inpatient rounding list
• Coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient workflows as appropriate
• Provide thorough discharge instructions and patient education
• Manage post-procedure care and monitor patient recovery
• Communicate clinical findings and treatment plans with physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families
• Document patient assessments, care plans, and clinical progress accurately in Epic
• Participate in a supportive teaching and leadership environment

Apply now for this locum tenens Cardiology Physician Assistant opportunity in Jackson, Michigan, and join a collaborative hospital-based cardiology team.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.