Cardiothoracic Surgery ST. Chris - Physician Assistant

Tower Health

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Sign on Bonus

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Malpractice insurance

Paid time-off allowance

Commuter Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Educational Loan Assistance

CME time

Supportive health system

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced NP or PA to join their Cardiovascular Team. The role involves assisting in the OR, participating in patient care pre and post-op, and contributing to the development of a new surgical program. Candidates must have surgical experience with cardiac cases and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits including relocation assistance.

Qualifications

Must have surgical experience as a first assist on cardiac surgery cases.
BLS, ACLS certifications required.
Relevant experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

First assist in the OR and manage pre/post-op patient care.
Help build a new CV Surgical Program.
Be on-call with a flexible schedule.
On Call will be required with flexible call schedule.

Skills

Surgical experience as a first assist

Cardiac surgery cases

Congenital cardiac surgery experience

Patient care

Education

4 year/Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking an experienced NP or PA to join our Cardiovascular Team.

Highlights

Primarily first assist in the OR
Help with Pre and Post Op Patient care
Building a new CV Surgical Program
On Call will be required with flexible call schedule
Must have surgical experience as a first assist on cardiac surgery cases
Congenital Cardiac surgery first assist experience preferred
Full Time M-F Varied shift

The Benefits We Offer

Competitive compensation package
Sign on Bonus
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.
Malpractice insurance & tail coverage
Paid time-off allowance
Commuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parking
Relocation Assistance
Educational Loan Assistance
CME time and money
Supportive health system to advance goals

Putting Kids and Families First Since 1875

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children combines topnotch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics. It houses the only Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and has been recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

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Websites

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children

City of Philadelphia

Contact Person Name

Lisa Wortman

Contact Phone Number

484-628-0556

Contact Email