Chief Physician Assistant (PA), Vascular

Tal Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Leadership stipend

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tal Healthcare is seeking a Chief Physician Assistant to lead the Vascular Surgery PA team. This role blends hands-on vascular care with team leadership, supervising PAs and coordinating with surgeons, nursing, and administration.

The Chief PA will operate on a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule (4/10s) with focus on procedural vascular care and program leadership. A NY PA-C certification and licensure are required, along with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certified PA-C and licensed in New York.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the vascular surgery PA team.
• Oversee scheduling, onboarding and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Act as liaison between PAs, surgeons, nursing and administration.
• Lead quality improvement to optimize workflows and outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Vascular procedures

Communication

Scheduling

Education

PA-C Certification

New York license

Job description

Our client, a nationally renowned academic medical center and integrated healthcare delivery system, is currently hiring an experienced and skilled Chief Physician Assistant (PA) to lead the Vascular Surgery PA team in a procedural-focused role. This leadership position balances hands-on patient care with team management and is ideal for a PA who thrives in procedural medicine, inpatient/outpatient vascular care, and leadership. The Chief PA will work a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule (4/10s) and play a critical role in advancing vascular care within our institution.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and manage a team of vascular surgery PAs
• Oversee PA scheduling, onboarding, training, and professional development
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, procedural standards, and regulatory guidelines
• Act as a liaison between PAs, vascular surgeons, nursing staff, and administration
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to optimize procedural workflows and patient outcomes

Procedural & Clinical Responsibilities (No OR Time):

• Perform a variety of vascular procedures, including but not limited to:
• Vein and artery harvesting (for grafting procedures)
• Central and arterial line placement
• Ultrasound-guided vascular access (IVs, arterial/venous catheters)
• Debridement, and complex dressing management
• Sclerotherapy and other venous interventions
• Suture/staple removal and drain management
• Conduct patient evaluations, history & physical exams, and follow-up visits
• Manage pre- and post-procedure patient care for vascular patients
• Order and interpret vascular imaging (ultrasound, CT angiography, MRI) and lab results
• Educate patients on vascular conditions, procedural interventions, and lifestyle modifications
• Work closely with vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans
• Participate in inpatient rounds, case discussions, and multidisciplinary meetings

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Certified (PA-C) and licensed (or eligible) in New York

Schedule & Benefits:

• 4-day, 10-hour shifts (4/10s schedule) - Enjoy a better work-life balance!
• No OR responsibilities - Focus on procedural-based vascular care and leadership
• Competitive salary and leadership stipend
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, CME allowance, malpractice coverage)
• Professional growth opportunities within a top-tier vascular surgery program

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range.