Cardiac Surgery PA/NP: Lead OR First Assistant

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group; Coventry (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extremely competitive salary

Matching 401k

Tiered medical, dental, and vision

Generous Paid‑Time Off

CME reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Onboarding and mentorship

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute seeks a dynamic Physician Assistant to join the Cardiac Surgery team. Under a cardiothoracic surgeon, you will assist in cardiovascular procedures, perform endoscopic vessel harvesting, and conduct preop H&Ps with postoperative care and education in an outpatient setting.

This full-time role offers mentorship, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a leading academic health system in Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Master’s program.
• Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant in Connecticut.
• Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant.

Responsibilities

• First assisting cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Endoscopic vessel harvesting.
• Preoperative history and physical examination.
• Postoperative care in outpatient settings and patient education.

Education

Physician Assistant Master’s program

Connecticut license or eligibility

Certification as Physician Assistant

Job description

The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute seeks a dynamic Physician Assistant to join the Cardiac Surgery team. Under a cardiothoracic surgeon, you will assist in cardiovascular procedures, perform endoscopic vessel harvesting, and conduct preop H&Ps with postoperative care and education in an outpatient setting.

This full-time role offers mentorship, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a leading academic health system in Connecticut.