Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery PA — OR First Assistant

Phoenix Children's; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery team. This position will be one of five PAs providing surgical, inpatient, and outpatient coverage.

You will work with three cardiothoracic surgeons, one surgical fellow, four other PAs, and two nurse coordinators to support complex congenital cardiac procedures. The role emphasizes OR-first assist, with duties across inpatient and outpatient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with NCCPA certification.
• Licensed/certified or eligible to practice as PA in Arizona.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Flexibility to adjust schedule to patient/staff needs.
• 2–5 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Primary/acute/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a skilled first assistant in operating room for complex congenital cardiac surgeries.
• Provide inpatient postoperative care including chest tube and wound management.
• Participate in preoperative clearance, surgery consultations, and postoperative visits.
• Collaborate with attending physicians and nursing/healthcare teams.
• Support professional development of staff and trainees.”
• Maintain safety and quality by reporting concerns and ensuring evidence-based practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Stress management

Inpatient care

Outpatient care

Education

NCCPA certification

Arizona PA licensure

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

DEA certification

Job description

Phoenix Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery team. This position will be one of five PAs providing surgical, inpatient, and outpatient coverage.

You will work with three cardiothoracic surgeons, one surgical fellow, four other PAs, and two nurse coordinators to support complex congenital cardiac procedures. The role emphasizes OR-first assist, with duties across inpatient and outpatient care.