Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant to work primarily in the operating room. Candidate needs minimum of 2 years experience in Cardiovascular Surgery and should be experienced in endoscopic and open vein harvesting, first assisting all cardiac cases including but not limited to CABG, Valve repair/replacement, VADs, ECMO, heart and lung transplants, and major thoracic vascular cases. Candidate should also be experienced in performing bedside procedures such as chest tube placement, thoracenteses, and central and arterial line placement.

This position is eligible for a $20,000 Sign On Bonus!

Physician Assistants with at least two years of experience in cardiovascular or thoracic surgery are eligible to receive a $20,000 sign on bonus. Accepting the bonus requires a 1 year employment agreement.

Additional Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.* minimum of 3 years experience first assisting in Cardiovascular Surgery* NCCPA Board Certified. Maintains necessary CME requirements as outlined by the NCCP* BLS; ACLS Certification if critical care PREFERRED : Being able to do procedures, placement of central lines, chest tubes, arterial lines. Experience in critical care and step down unit. Looking for an experienced Physician Assistant