Cardiothoracic Surgery - Physician Assistant

Chicago Derm; Peoria, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Peoria, IL is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our expanding cardiovascular team at Methodist Hospital. The role involves rounding on inpatients, pre- and post-surgery assessments, and outpatient clinic work, with a typical M-F schedule and shared weekends.

Qualified candidates will have a Master’s degree in a PA program and NCCPA certification; board eligibility considered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• NCCPA Certification required; Board Eligible considered if licensure pathways exist.

Responsibilities

• Rounding on all inpatients, pre- and post-surgery.
• Assess patients in outpatient clinic pre- and post-surgery.
• Collaborate with Cardiothoracic team to coordinate care.
• Work within an Epic EMR system for care coordination.

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

NCCPA Certification

Job description

Overview

Carle Health is seeking an additional Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our expanding Cardiovascular team at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.

Opportunity Details

• Join an established and well-respected Cardiology Practice in Central Illinois
• Rounding on all inpatients, pre and post-surgery
• Assess patients in outpatient clinic pre and post-surgery
• Typical schedule will be M-F / 8:00a-5:00 pm; 1 in 2 weekends; shared holidays
• Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on Epic EMR to improve care coordination
• Additional details by request from group

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA Certification (Board Certified) required; Board Eligible candidates will be considered
• 2 years of experience preferred in Cardiovascular or ICU settings; candidates with a strong clinical foundation and an interest in cardiovascular care will be considered, with training provided

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Current Illinois Physician Assistant licensure (or eligibility for licensure)
• NCCPA Certification required; Board Eligible candidates will be considered if eligible for certification and licensure pathways

About Our Community

Located on the Illinois River, Peoria is a vibrant, affordable, and convenient city with multiple dining and entertainment venues as well as nearby residential communities with highly ranked public-school districts.

About Us

Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $60.72 - $78.94/hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits