PA - Physician Assistant (Vascular Surgery)

Deborah Heart & Lung • Pemberton Township, NJ

91d • $128,000 - $155,000

About The Position

Seeking an experienced cardiothoracic operating room physician assistant with cardiothoracic experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong cardiothoracic surgery bypass, valve and aneurysm experience, in addition to endoscopic vein harvesting experience. As a surgical assistant PA, you will assist the cardiothoracic surgeon in the operating room in performing bypass, valve replacement/repair, aortic reconstruction, aneurysm repair and some minimally invasive approach procedures. This position will work directly with the cardiothoracic surgeon in the care of the surgical patient, pre-, intra, and post procedure and function on a rotation with two CT surgeons.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years PA experience and CT surgery background.
• Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• CDS and DEA licenses required for Physician Assistants.
• Approval of credentials and clinical privileges per Center procedure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cardiothoracic surgeon in the operating room during procedures.
• Perform bypass, valve replacement/repair, aortic reconstruction, and aneurysm repair.
• Conduct endoscopic vein harvesting.
• Prepare harvested vein/radial artery for coronary artery grafting.
• Participate in fundamental operating room techniques including aseptic technique, tying knots, hemostasis, tissue handling, and primary closure of sternotomies and leg incisions.
• Act as a consultant to operating room personnel concerning cardiac surgery protocols and patient care.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week.
• Generous paid time-off.
• 401K matching contribution.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short and long term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Meal discount.
• Dependent care subsidy.
• Adoption assistance.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree