Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) – OR/CVICU

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Health First Medical Group is seeking an experienced, certified Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join its cardiovascular team at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Florida. The role works alongside cardiothoracic surgeons and advanced practice providers in a collaborative, high-acuity environment, with rotations between the operating room (OR) and Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).

The program offers exposure to advanced cardiac and structural heart therapies, minimally invasive surgical approaches, and complex cardiovascular care. The PA contributes to surgical procedures and the assessment, treatment, and management of cardiothoracic patients, including critically ill cardiovascular patients in the CVICU. The cardiothoracic surgery clinic is located within the hospital, supporting coordination across the continuum of care. The position is full-time, with four 10-hour shifts per week, approximately 1:4 weekend call, and rotating night call; shift times are variable.

Requirements

• Be a certified Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Have experience as a PA; the posting seeks an experienced candidate.
• Be clinically confident, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting.
• Be passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Endoscopic vein harvesting experience.

Responsibilities

• Rotate between the operating room and CVICU based on the clinical schedule and program needs.
• Assist cardiothoracic surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Participate in the assessment, treatment, and management of cardiothoracic surgery patients.
• Provide care for critically ill cardiovascular patients in the CVICU.
• Support perioperative care, postoperative recovery, and continuity of treatment.
• Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams.
• Contribute to teamwork, clinical excellence, and high-quality patient outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed