Cardiac Surgical PA-C: OR & ICU Support (Flexible Schedule)

AtlantiCare; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans with employer contrib

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs for healthcare & dependent care

Wellness programs

Voluntary benefits incl. Pet Insurance

Job summary

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Pomona, NJ seeks a Cardiac Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team. Full-time position with per diem options; provides support in OR, ICU and inpatient floors, reporting to the Chief Physician Assistant.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in cardiothoracic surgery, NCCPA certification, NJ licensure or eligibility, and is skilled in EVH, with current BLS and ACLS. Flexible scheduling including call is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current NCCPA certification and New Jersey licensure (or eligibility)
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery
• Proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Availability for flexible scheduling, including weekdays, weekends, and call as needed

Responsibilities

• First assist in adult cardiac surgical procedures in the OR
• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for CABG cases
• Round on postoperative patients in the ICU and step-down units
• Provide floor coverage and respond to urgent surgical needs
• Collaborate closely with attending surgeons, fellows, residents, and nursing staff

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery experience

EVH proficiency

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NJ licensure or eligibility

NCCPA certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Pomona, NJ seeks a Cardiac Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team. Full-time position with per diem options; provides support in OR, ICU and inpatient floors, reporting to the Chief Physician Assistant.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in cardiothoracic surgery, NCCPA certification, NJ licensure or eligibility, and is skilled in EVH, with current BLS and ACLS. Flexible scheduling including call is required.