Cardiac Physician Assistant - Surgical First Assistant | ESOP & CME

AP Health; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with company matching

Annual $1,500 CME allotment with 3 paid days off

Generous PTO and life/work balance

Job summary

AP Health, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience in cardiac surgery, assist as a Surgical First Assistant, and conduct vital patient assessments. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401K plan with matching, generous PTO, and support for Continuing Medical Education (CME). Join a great workplace recognized for its culture and commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a surgical first assistant.
• Experience in cardiac surgery preferred.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgeries as a Surgical First Assistant.
• Positions and drapes patients during procedures.
• Conduct daily rounds in ICU and stepdown units.

Skills

Surgical First Assistant

Patient positioning

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting

Cardiac surgery experience

Independent call

Education

Board certified by NCCPA

Active BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

AP Health, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience in cardiac surgery, assist as a Surgical First Assistant, and conduct vital patient assessments. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401K plan with matching, generous PTO, and support for Continuing Medical Education (CME). Join a great workplace recognized for its culture and commitment to employee well-being.