Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant

Ascension•Carmel, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network. Join an established team of 12 APPs. Schedule: (4) 10-hour shifts/week. Call structure: Daily, Weekend and Holiday On-Call assignments are split evenly among a team of 12 surgical PA's. Practice setting: inpatient supporting Carmel and Indianapolis. Employed position within a nonprofit health system. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Advanced Practice Provider. Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration. Execute precise endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting to provide high-quality conduits, directly impacting the long-term success of revascularization procedures. CME allowance + dedicated CME days. Malpractice coverage with tail.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Physician Assistant credentialed from the Indiana Physician Assistant Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.
Endoscopic Vein & Radial Artery harvest using the Maquet Vasoview Hemopro I and/or Hemopro II systems.
Surgical First assistant: cases include CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement, ECMO Insertion, VAD insertion & heart transplant cases.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Master's degree preferred.
1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute precise endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting to provide high-quality conduits, directly impacting the long-term success of revascularization procedures.
Surgical First assistant: cases include CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement, ECMO Insertion, VAD insertion & heart transplant cases.

Benefits

$20,000 Sign-on bonus for provider with 2+ years direct cardiac surgery experience including proficiency with Endovascular Vein Harvesting
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
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