Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Ascension • Wichita, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join an established and esteemed Cardiothoracic Surgery team, offering a premier opportunity for a dedicated Physician Assistant to thrive within a high-volume clinical environment backed by an expansive referral infrastructure and comprehensive national health network resources. Join an established team of 3 physicians and 2 APPs. Call structure: 1:2 to be 1:3. Practice setting: Surgical/Inpatient. Access to top tier surgical equipment and support staff. Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration. Advanced Collaborative Treatment: In partnership with our surgeons, provide direct, evidence-based treatment and ongoing management for complex acute and chronic cardiothoracic conditions. You will ensure seamless, coordinated care through timely referrals to specialists and community support systems. Specialized Clinical Assessment: Perform comprehensive patient histories, focused physical examinations, and adeptly order, execute, and interpret diagnostic studies crucial for effective cardiothoracic patient management. This includes pre-operative optimization, post-operative surveillance, and dedicated patient education.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, evidence-based treatment and ongoing management for complex acute and chronic cardiothoracic conditions.
• Ensure seamless, coordinated care through timely referrals to specialists and community support systems.
• Perform comprehensive patient histories, focused physical examinations.
• Order, execute, and interpret diagnostic studies crucial for effective cardiothoracic patient management.
• Conduct pre-operative optimization, post-operative surveillance, and dedicated patient education.

Benefits

• CME allowance of $1,500.00
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree