Cardiothoracic PA: Surgical First Assistant & ICU Expert

MyStethi, LLC; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time-Off Program

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a qualified physician assistant to join our cardiac and vascular surgery teams. The role involves assisting with complex procedures, perioperative care, and patient advocacy to maximize outcomes.

A background in cardiac critical care or vascular surgery is preferred, with NJ licensure and ACLS certification required. The position offers comprehensive benefits in a supportive, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
• Active and unrestricted NJ state licensure
• Active ACLS certification and DEA
• Minimum of one year of cardiac/vascular surgical first assist experience or surgical critical care experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgeon and team to perform safe cardiac and vascular procedures
• Provide perioperative and postoperative patient care and family education
• Advocate for patients and ensure high-quality care in ICU and general floors
• Proficiency in Endoscopic Vein Harvest (EVH) and venous access/device placement is preferred

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

High-acuity environment

Education

N.J. state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Capital Health is seeking a qualified physician assistant to join our cardiac and vascular surgery teams. The role involves assisting with complex procedures, perioperative care, and patient advocacy to maximize outcomes.

A background in cardiac critical care or vascular surgery is preferred, with NJ licensure and ACLS certification required. The position offers comprehensive benefits in a supportive, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with