Cardiothoracic PA: EVH & Robotic Surgery

CP01 Carilion Medical Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 118,788 - 190,070; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off & continuing education

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team. The role requires EVH experience, proficient first assisting, and collaborative teamwork within a state-of-the-art program.

The PA will work in a comprehensive cardiovascular program, performing duties in a modern, highly skilled environment and contributing to innovative surgical care, patient education, and perioperative support.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program required.
• Experience: Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/department preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current PA license, DEA, and BLS-HCP certification required; ACLS/other life support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician assistant support in cardiothoracic surgery, including endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) and first assisting.
• Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, APPs, nurses, and staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Maintain credentialing, participate in continued professional development, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Skills

EVH experience

First assisting

Collaborative care

Education

Graduate of PA Program

Job description

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team. The role requires EVH experience, proficient first assisting, and collaborative teamwork within a state-of-the-art program.

The PA will work in a comprehensive cardiovascular program, performing duties in a modern, highly skilled environment and contributing to innovative surgical care, patient education, and perioperative support.