Cardiothoracic Surgery PA II – Lead Surgical Assistant

University of Southern California; Arcadia, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 288,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California seeks a Physician Assistant II in Cardiothoracic Surgery for a full-time, 10-hour day schedule in Arcadia, CA. The PA will assist in surgery, coordinate perioperative care, and educate patients, leveraging strong collaboration with surgeons, pharmacists, and staff to optimize outcomes.

Required CA PA license, NCCPA, BLS/ACLS, and 3+ years experience. This role emphasizes leadership, care coordination, and adherence to medical staff regulations within the USC

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Licensed Physician Assistant (CA) with NCCPA certification.
• Strong organizational, time-management and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with physicians, staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeon during surgical procedures as first/second assistant.
• Obtain medical histories and perform preop/postop assessments.
• Coordinate referrals and care plans across teams and services.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and medications as appropriate.
• Provide patient education and postoperative care guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Leadership/mentoring

Communication

Education

PA program graduate

Licensed Physician Assistant (CA)

Job description

University of Southern California seeks a Physician Assistant II in Cardiothoracic Surgery for a full-time, 10-hour day schedule in Arcadia, CA. The PA will assist in surgery, coordinate perioperative care, and educate patients, leveraging strong collaboration with surgeons, pharmacists, and staff to optimize outcomes.

Required CA PA license, NCCPA, BLS/ACLS, and 3+ years experience. This role emphasizes leadership, care coordination, and adherence to medical staff regulations within the USC