Summary Sheet: Healthcare & Medical |
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| Advertiser Name | Amergis Locum Tenens | | Advertiser Type: | Agency |
| Classification: | Healthcare & Medical | | Subclassification: | |
| Country: | United States | | Location: | United States |
| Language: | English - United Kingdom (en-GB) | | Contact Name: | |
| Employment Type: | Permanent | | Workhours: | Full Time |
Position: Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant |
Description: 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! Stacy /

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