Cardiac Surgery PA — ICU & OR Lead

Albany Med Health System; Burnt Hills (NY); On-site; USD 139,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan + 403(b)

Annual CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Albany Medical Center in New York seeks a skilled Physician Assistant to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team, with responsibilities across inpatient care and coordination. This full-time role offers work in a high-acuity surgical setting and hospital-wide medical duties.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree with NCCPA certification, an active PA license, prescriptive authority, and at least 2 years in surgical/acute care. 24/7 in-house coverage and flexible shifts are provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA program with NCCPA certification.
• Active state PA license and prescriptive authority.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a surgical or hospital-based acute care setting (CT Surgery experience strongly preferred).
• Skilled in ICU management and invasive bedside procedures.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care.
• Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to critically ill patients in the Cardiothoracic ICU, including those on ECMO, Impella, IABP, and CRRT.
• Serve as first and second assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including endoscopic vein harvesting and endoscopic radial artery harvesting.
• Perform bedside procedures: thoracentesis, central/arterial line placement, chest tube insertion/removal.
• Manage preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative care, including consults and discharge planning.
• Conduct daily rounds, write progress notes, and lead care coordination efforts.
• Collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, anesthesiologists, and clinical teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Skills

ICU management

Invasive bedside procedures

Critical care coordination

Teamwork

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Education

PA degree from accredited program

NCCPA certification

Active state PA license

Prescriptive authority

Job description

Albany Medical Center in New York seeks a skilled Physician Assistant to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team, with responsibilities across inpatient care and coordination. This full-time role offers work in a high-acuity surgical setting and hospital-wide medical duties.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree with NCCPA certification, an active PA license, prescriptive authority, and at least 2 years in surgical/acute care. 24/7 in-house coverage and flexible shifts are provided.