Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant: ICU/OR 24/7 Coverage

Albany Med; Town of Esperance (NY); On-site; USD 139,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) plan

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Albany Medical Center in New York's Capital Region seeks a Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery team, with inpatient and multidisciplinary responsibilities in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities include critical care in the Cardiothoracic ICU, assisting in procedures, pre/postoperative care, rounds, and coordination with surgeons, intensivists, and anesthesia. Competitive benefits and salary.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA program with current NCCPA certification.
• Active state PA license and prescriptive authority.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a surgical or hospital-based acute care setting (CT Surgery strongly preferred).
• Skilled in ICU management and invasive bedside procedures.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care.
• Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to critically ill patients in the Cardiothoracic ICU, including those on ECMO, Impella, IABP, and CRRT.
• Serve as first and second assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including endoscopic vein harvesting and endoscopic radial artery harvesting.
• Perform bedside procedures such as thoracentesis, central/arterial line placement, chest tube management, and pacing wire removal.
• Manage preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative care, including consults and discharge planning.
• Conduct daily rounds, write progress notes, and lead care coordination efforts.
• Collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, anesthesiologists, and clinical teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• General inpatient medical management: assessments, labs, imaging, and medication management.
• Education for patients and families about procedures, recovery expectations, and health management strategies.

Skills

ICU management

Invasive procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Anatomy knowledge

Education

PA degree from accredited program

Job description

Albany Medical Center in New York's Capital Region seeks a Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery team, with inpatient and multidisciplinary responsibilities in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities include critical care in the Cardiothoracic ICU, assisting in procedures, pre/postoperative care, rounds, and coordination with surgeons, intensivists, and anesthesia. Competitive benefits and salary.