Cardiovascular OR PA — Surgical First Assistant

Dell Medical School; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Medical School invites a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to contribute to expanding cardiovascular and thoracic patient care. You will collaborate with supervising physicians to diagnose and treat adults, focusing on perioperative support in the cardiovascular operating room.

The role requires at least 1 year of cardiothoracic surgical first assisting experience, strong assessment skills, and the ability to counsel patients and families.

Qualifications

• A board-certified Physician Assistant with PA-C credential and Prescriptive Authority.
• Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information.
• Collaborates effectively with physicians and other care providers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cardiovascular operating room as part of the team.
• Take patient history, perform assessments, order and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Provide direct treatment and management with prescriptive authority or referrals.
• Counsel patients and families on health conditions and options.

Skills

Patient care

Multidisciplinary team

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

PA-C (Physician Assistant Certification)

Prescriptive Authority

Job description

Dell Medical School invites a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to contribute to expanding cardiovascular and thoracic patient care. You will collaborate with supervising physicians to diagnose and treat adults, focusing on perioperative support in the cardiovascular operating room.

The role requires at least 1 year of cardiothoracic surgical first assisting experience, strong assessment skills, and the ability to counsel patients and families.