Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant

Prime Healthcare; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 187,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant to serve as First Assistant in the OR for Cardiothoracic cases. You will bring surgical skills for open and endoscopic vein harvesting and assist in perioperative care.

The role requires a current PA license and BLS, with at least three years of CT PA experience. Strong communication and patient management skills are essential, and bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Current and valid PA License.
• BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum of three years experience as a Cardiothoracic PA.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• First Assistant in the OR for Cardiothoracic cases.
• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative patient management.
• Manage cardiac pacemakers, chest tubes and critical care procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication and patient interaction.

Skills

Surgical skills

Communication skills

Patient management

Venipuncture

Open-heart experience

Education

Current PA License

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.

Responsibilities

The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant is responsible performing as First Assistant in the OR for Cardiothoracic cases. The CT PA must possess the surgical skills and experience necessary for open and endoscopic vein harvesting. The CT PA must also be prepared to assist in the management of pre-operative and post-operative patients including but not limited to management of cardiac pacemakers, chest tubes, and critical care procedures. Effectively interacts with patients, and other staff, while maintaining standards of professional services, medical care and attention to detail. The position also requires excellent internal and external communication and people skills and clinical skills (lab draws, vital, injections, etc.).

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid PA License
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current
• Bilingual preferred; but not required
• Minimum of three years experience as a Cardiothoric PA

Pay Transparency

Saint Michaels Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on employment status, i.e. full-time, part-time, per diem or temporary. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $208,000.00 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf