Physician Assistant / Associate-Cardiac Surgery - Cardiovascular Surgery

Mystfrancis; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Educational loan repayment assistance

CME annual allowance

On-site hospital employee benefits

Job summary

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, seeks a Physician Assistant (PA) or APRN to join its elite Cardiothoracic Surgery team. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with two surgeons and a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional open-heart care.

Requirements include PA/APRN license with board certification, an advanced degree in cardiothoracic focus, and EVH proficiency. The position includes a competitive base salary, sign-on, relocation, and loan-repayment support.

Qualifications

• Active PA or APRN license and board certification.
• Master’s degree in PA Studies or APRN; cardiovascular surgery preferred.
• Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery is preferred.
• EVH proficiency required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical procedures, including endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH).
• Prescribe medications and manage perioperative care.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and recovery.
• Participate in call rotation and provide high-quality, compassionate care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Endoscopic vein harvesting proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Master’s degree in Nursing (APRN)

Tools

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting experience

Job description

Cardiac Surgery - Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant / Associate Job at Scion Health in Columbus, GA

Join our Elite Heart Team - CT Surgery PA | EVH Proficiency Required

• Employment Type: Full-Time
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• Practice Type: Hospital Employee
• Academic Opportunity: False
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• Job ID: 1466567

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our elite Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Columbus, GA. This is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work alongside two highly skilled surgeons and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical procedures, including endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH).
• Radial artery harvesting experience is a plus but not required.
• Prescribe medications and manage perioperative care.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and recovery.
• Participate in call rotation and provide high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications:

• Active PA or APRN license and board certification.
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing (APRN).
• Previous experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery preferred.
• Proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care.
• Candidates completing a Cardiothoracic Postgraduate Fellowship will be considered.

Schedule:

• 1:3 call rotation
• 20 days PTO
• 5 days CME
• Competitive base salary: $160,000-$200,000 (based on experience and skill set).
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Educational loan repayment assistance
• Call pay after pre-set threshold
• CME annual allowance

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the region's only open-heart surgery program.
• Work in a collaborative, high-acuity environment with growth opportunities.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and strong support for professional development.

Company Description:

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, based in Columbus, GA, has been a cornerstone of the Chattahoochee Valley community since 1950, delivering high-quality, compassionate care across west Georgia and east Alabama. With 376 beds, over 2,500 dedicated associates, and a medical staff of 300+ physicians, we offer a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services. As the home of the region's only open-heart surgery program, we continue to expand our services across our Cardiovascular and Thoracic Institute. St. Francis holds six disease-specific certifications from The Joint Commission and remains committed to its mission of providing safe, advanced, and patient-centered care.