Cardiovascular–Thoracic PA: First-Assist & ICU Care

Montefiore Mount Vernon; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 86,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our CVTS - Surgical PA team. The PA provides high-quality, patient-centered care in collaboration with supervising physicians across pre-, intra-, and post-operative phases of cardiac and thoracic surgery.

Responsibilities include taking histories and exams, ordering and interpreting tests, developing treatment plans, assisting in procedures, postoperative ICU/step-down care,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program is required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of cardiovascular or thoracic surgery experience preferred.
• Current New York State Physician Assistant license
• NCCPA certification required

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed physical examinations
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans for cardiac and thoracic surgery patients
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as appropriate
• First assist in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures
• Provide post-operative care, including ICU and step-down unit management
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, recovery, and long-term care plans
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Facilitate appropriate referrals and continuity of care

Education

Bachelor’s degree ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program

Master’s degree preferred

Current New York State Physician Assistant license

NCCPA certification

Job description

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our CVTS - Surgical PA team. The PA provides high-quality, patient-centered care in collaboration with supervising physicians across pre-, intra-, and post-operative phases of cardiac and thoracic surgery.

Responsibilities include taking histories and exams, ordering and interpreting tests, developing treatment plans, assisting in procedures, postoperative ICU/step-down care,