Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery | Full-Time, Brooklyn Campus

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital•New York, NY

6d•$73 - $98•Onsite

About The Position

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to provide coverage in the cardiothoracic intensive care unit (CTICU). The hospital’s cardiothoracic surgeons are affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine and perform a broad range of procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement (including TAVR), aneurysm repairs, arrhythmia ablation, and ECMO. CTICU PAs work with significant autonomy to manage postoperative and critically ill cardiothoracic surgery patients, including patients requiring ECMO, mechanical ventilation, vasopressor support, and cardiac monitoring. With continued training and competency, future opportunities may be available to first-assist in the operating room. The position rotates between days and nights and includes coverage for up to two weekends per month. The role requires on-site presence, and employees should live within commuting distance of NYP; travel expenses are not reimbursed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Physician Assistant-related studies.
New York State PA licensure.
Current NCCPA certification.
ACLS and BLS certification.
New York State Infection Control certification.
DEA certification and compliance with NYS Opioid Prescriber training.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of ICU or cardiothoracic surgery/CTICU experience.

Responsibilities

Provide coverage in the cardiothoracic intensive care unit.
Manage postoperative and critically ill cardiothoracic surgery patients with significant autonomy.
Care for patients requiring ECMO, mechanical ventilation, vasopressor support, and cardiac monitoring.
Cover rotating day and night shifts and up to two weekends per month.