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Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant

Amergis Locum Tenens, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Duration: Full Time

Locum PA Opportunity Surgical First Assist Robotics-Focused Los Angeles, CA

Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday Friday 5x8s Start time: 6:45 AM or 9:00 AM
Location: Santa Monica Medical Center & Ronald Reagan Medical Center (UCLA Health System)
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens Open to part-time local coverage (2+ days/week)

Job Overview

UCLA Health is seeking a Board-Certified Physician Assistant with DaVinci XI robotic experience to support Thoracic Surgery and additional surgical service lines based on experience. This is a 100% intraoperative role no pre-op or post-op responsibilities.

You ll be assisting in robotic cases across multiple specialties, with a primary focus on Thoracic Surgery. The ideal candidate will also have experience in at least one of the following:

  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • General Surgery
  • Head & Neck Surgery (SP robot experience a plus)
️ Role Details
  • Setting: Operating Room only
  • Responsibilities: First-assist in robotic surgeries using DaVinci XI (SP robot for Head & Neck)
  • Procedures Include:
    • Thoracic: Thoracotomies, lung lobectomies
    • GYN: Hysterectomies
    • Urology: Prostatectomies, nephrectomies
  • Call: Some weekend call may be required
  • Team Structure: Cross-functional PA team across both campuses
Locations
  • Santa Monica Medical Center: Thoracic, General Surgery, Urology, GYN
  • Ronald Reagan Medical Center: All above + Head & Neck (SP robot)

Note: Thoracic cases are more frequent at Ronald Reagan Medical Center.

Requirements
  • Board-Certified PA
  • DaVinci XI robotic experience required
  • Thoracic Surgery experience required
  • Experience in at least one additional service line (Urology, GYN, General Surgery, Head & Neck)
  • SP robot experience (preferred for Head & Neck cases)
  • California PA license in good standing
Why This Role?
  • High-volume robotic surgery program
  • Collaborative surgical team
  • Flexible scheduling options for local providers
  • Opportunity to work across prestigious UCLA Health campuses

Interested or know someone who might be? Reach out today to learn more or apply!
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