Vascular Physician Assistant

Pedes Orange County•Irvine, CA

36d•$130,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Vascular Physician Assistant (PA) functions as an advanced practice clinician embedded within a multidisciplinary vascular care team comprised of vascular interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons. This role supports the full continuum of vascular patient care, spanning outpatient clinic operations, vein treatment procedures, and wound care management. The Vascular PA delivers high-quality, patient-centered care under the collaborative supervision of the physician team, contributing to clinical efficiency, patient outcomes, and the overall operational success of the practice.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, required
Current PA licensure in the State of California, required
Current DEA registration, required or ability to obtain upon hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, required
Minimum 2–4 years of clinical PA experience, preferably in vascular surgery, interventional radiology, cardiovascular care, or a related surgical/procedural specialty
Proficiency in EHR documentation and clinical workflow systems
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-provider clinical environment

Nice To Haves

NCCPA board certification (PANRE current), required; CAQ-Surgery or relevant specialty certification a plus
Experience with endovenous vein treatments including sclerotherapy, EVLA, or RFA
Experience in outpatient wound care management for vascular patient populations
Familiarity with vascular duplex ultrasound interpretation
Prior experience working alongside vascular surgeons and/or interventional radiologists in an ambulatory or surgery center setting

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations including history and physical examinations for new and established vascular patients
Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic imaging, laboratory studies, and vascular duplex ultrasound results in collaboration with the supervising physician
Develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans in coordination with the vascular surgery and interventional radiology team
Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing vascular and interventional procedures
Perform medication management, prescription writing, and patient counseling on diagnoses, procedures, and follow-up expectations
Document all clinical encounters accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record (EHR) system
Triage urgent patient concerns and coordinate with the physician team to ensure timely and appropriate clinical response
Support patient flow and clinic efficiency, helping to minimize delays and optimize the daily schedule
Assist in the evaluation and treatment of patients presenting with venous insufficiency, varicose veins, spider veins, and related venous disorders
Perform or assist with office-based vein procedures including but not limited to sclerotherapy, endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), and ultrasound-guided procedures under physician supervision
Conduct pre- and post-procedure assessments, patient education, and follow-up care for vein treatment patients
Maintain working knowledge of current venous treatment protocols, technologies, and best practices
Evaluate and manage patients with complex vascular wounds including arterial ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, diabetic foot wounds, and post-surgical wounds
Develop and execute evidence-based wound care treatment plans, including appropriate dressing selection, debridement support, and offloading strategies
Monitor wound healing progress, document outcomes, and adjust care plans as clinically indicated
Coordinate with the vascular team and external providers (wound care specialists, podiatry, infectious disease) as needed to ensure comprehensive wound management
Educate patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, prevention strategies, and when to seek urgent care
Assist vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists in clinic-based and surgery center procedures as needed
Support pre-procedural preparation, intraoperative assistance, and post-procedural monitoring and documentation
Maintain proficiency in sterile technique and procedural protocols relevant to vascular and interventional cases
Function as an integral member of the multidisciplinary vascular care team, participating in case discussions, care coordination, and clinical decision-making
Communicate effectively with patients, families, referring providers, and internal team members to ensure continuity and quality of care
Support care transitions, referrals, and coordination with external specialists, hospitals, and ancillary services