Cardiac Physician Assistant

AP Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Generous PTO and continuing medical education (CME) allowance

Job summary

AP Health in Dallas, TX is looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team focused on perioperative services. The ideal candidate will have at least 2+ years of experience in cardiac surgery and will be responsible for assisting in surgeries and patient care.

This position offers competitive compensation, flexible medical benefits, and participation in the Employee Stock Option Plan. Join a certified Great Place to Work and make a significant impact in surgical care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in cardiac surgery as a surgical first assist.
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Willingness to relocate with assistance for obtaining a Texas state license.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room.
• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH).
• Conduct daily inpatient rounds in ICU and stepdown units.

Skills

Surgical first assist experience

Independent call experience

BLS and ACLS certification

Education

Current Texas State License

Board certification by NCCPA

Job description

AP Health offers skilled advanced practice providers an opportunity for career control, flexibility, competitive compensation and ownership interest in the company.

AP Health is a private practice comprised of advanced practice providers who provide perioperative services to hospitals, surgeons, and surgery centers. We partner with facilities to offer service line coverage with highly trained and knowledgeable Advanced Practice Providers to first assist in surgery.

AP Health is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in the greater Dallas, TX area. A successful candidate would have at least 2+ years of experience in cardiac surgery. This is an exciting opportunity to join a distinguished team that delivers top tier care.

This is NOT a travel, locum, placement, or per diem position. AP Health is not a staffing company.

What will you do:

• Functions as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room
• Positions and drapes the patient under the direction of the surgeon
• Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations
• Daily inpatient rounds in ICU and stepdown units
• Rotating weekend and night CVOR coverage

What do you need:

• 2+ years experience functioning as a surgical first assist
• Experience taking independent call
• Current Texas State License *Willing to help obtain if relocating
• Board certified by NCCPA
• Active BLS and ACLS
• Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life
• 401K retirement plan with company matching
• Participation in the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Paid state license, malpractice, and other agreed upon licenses and dues
• Annual $2,000 allotment accompanied by 3 paid days off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Generous PTO and "life/work" balance

AP Health is a certified Great Place to Work, a national recognition based on employee feedback about workplace culture and experience.