Cardiovascular Surgical PA — OR Expertise

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

Job summary

Dell Medical School in Ohio seeks a board-certified Physician Assistant to expand individualized cardiovascular and thoracic care. Working with supervising physicians, you will provide first assisting in the cardiovascular operating room and manage patient histories, assessments, and diagnostic orders.

The role requires a minimum of one year in cardiothoracic surgical first assisting with endoscopic and open conduit harvest proficiency, strong teamwork, and sensitivity to patient

Qualifications

• Board-certified PA with Prescriptive Authority and good standing.
• Minimum 1 year of cardiothoracic surgical first assisting experience with proficiency in endoscopic and open conduit harvest.
• Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the cardiovascular operating room alongside supervising physicians.
• Obtain patient history, perform assessments, and order/interpret diagnostic studies.
• Provide direct treatment and management under prescriptive authority or referrals.
• Counsel patients and families about health conditions and treatment options.
• Document care according to policy and participate in staff and student education.

Skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Confidentiality

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient assessment skills

Education

PA Certification

Job description

Dell Medical School in Ohio seeks a board-certified Physician Assistant to expand individualized cardiovascular and thoracic care. Working with supervising physicians, you will provide first assisting in the cardiovascular operating room and manage patient histories, assessments, and diagnostic orders.

The role requires a minimum of one year in cardiothoracic surgical first assisting with endoscopic and open conduit harvest proficiency, strong teamwork, and sensitivity to patient