Physician Assistant Cardiothoracic Surgery

Ourlapa; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

Base salary + up to 5% bonus

CME allowance $3,000 per year

Parental Time Off (up to 8 weeks)

32 days ATO for holidays, CME, and out

403b retirement with employer match

Comprehensive health benefits + Rx + F

Tail coverage

Job summary

Bon Secours Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our CT surgery team in Coastal Virginia. The role covers pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, with opportunities to perform EVH during CABG procedures and collaborate closely with surgeons and nurses.

The position offers a full-time schedule, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, 1:2 call in a hospital-based and outpatient setting, serving adults in a dynamic CTS environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Open to exceptional new grads with surgery and cardiac training rotations.
• Demonstrated competence in OR and ICU procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff.
• Current NCCPA certification and Virginia PA license (or eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients in the OR, ICU, and outpatient clinic settings.
• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for CABG procedures.
• Assist in surgical cases, manage pre- and post-operative care, and coordinate follow-up with patients and families.
• Collaborate with the attending surgeon, PAs, nursing staff, and care team for high-quality patient care.
• Participate in call rotation and maintain readiness for emergent cases.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery experience

Surgical OR/ICU procedures

NCCPA certification

Virginia PA license (or eligibility)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Bon Secours CT - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists - Coastal Hampton Roads, Virginia

Effective 7/1/26: No Non-Compete in Employment Agreement

Bon Secours Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to join our premier CT Surgery team. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice at the top of your profession in a highly collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

We are interviewing now for a skilled PA to play an integral role in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients.

Position Highlights

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• Call: 1:2 rotation
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based and outpatient
• Patient Population: Adults (18+), mix of inpatient and outpatient
• Average Caseload:
  • Outpatient: 1-5 patients/day
  • Inpatient: 5-10 patients/day
• EMR: Epic (inpatient and outpatient)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients in the OR, ICU, and outpatient clinic settings.
• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for CABG procedures.
• Assist in surgical cases, manage pre- and post-operative care, and coordinate follow-up with patients and families.
• Collaborate closely with the attending surgeon, fellow PAs, nursing staff, and the broader care team to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.
• Participate in call rotation and maintain readiness for emergent cases as required.

Qualifications

• Open to an exceptional new grad with surgery and cardiac training rotations and interest in a career in cardiothoracic surgery
• Preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA in Cardiothoracic Surgery, including proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting.
• Training: Demonstrated competence in OR and ICU procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff.
• Proven ability to deliver compassionate, efficient, and thorough patientcare.
• Current NCCPA certification and Virginia PA license(or eligibility).

Compensation & Benefits

• Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement (>50 miles)
• Guaranteed base salary of $175,000 + up to 5% bonus for attainment of quality goals paid annually
• 32 days ATO for holidays, CME, and other out-of-office time- front loaded (not accrued) and prorated based on start date
• Up to 8 weeks for Parental Time Off - birth or adoption
• Annual $3,000 CME allowance
• 403b retirement savings plus matching on first 4%
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Rx, FSA, life insurance, company paid Short and Long term Disability
• Wellness plan and optional benefits
• Malpractice, Liability and Tail coverage provided

Why Join Bon Secours Mercy Health?

Bon Secours Mercy Health is in the top 5 faith based health systems in the US, committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and advancing health for the communities we serve. Our team values collaboration, excellence, and innovation in patient-centered care.

Location - Coastal Virginia

Live and work in Hampton Roads, a vibrant coastal region known for its rich culture, affordable lifestyle, and proximity to some of the East Coast's best destinations. Consistently ranked as one of America's Top 20 Places to Educate Your Child - Forbes Magazine

Access to pristine beaches, thriving arts and culinary scenes, and highly rated public schools

Easy drive to Williamsburg (45 min), Washington, D.C. (4 hrs), and the Outer Banks of North Carolina (1 hr)

Enjoy the best of both worlds - a dynamic urban center and welcoming suburban communities - all while advancing your career with a nationally respected healthcare organization.

Bon Secours Mercy Health - Maryview Medical Center - Portsmouth VA

For nearly 200 years, the historical founders of Bon Secours Mercy Health have been providing care to those in need. Today, the ministry is one of the top 20 health systems in the United States and part of the top performing quartile of Catholic health systems for lowest cost per case for patient care. This quality care is provided by more than 60,000 employees serving communities throughout Florida, Kentucky, Maryland, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia and Ireland.

The health care ministry provided care for patients more than 10.3 million times in 2017 through its network of more than 1,000 care sites, including 50 hospitals, more than 50 home health agencies, hospice agencies, and skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Consistent with its commitment to serve each patient with dignity, Bon Secours Mercy Health provides nearly $2 million per day in community benefit.

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center

As part of the Bon Secours Mercy Health System, Maryview Medical Center is a 346-bed not-for-profit, acute care facility licensed in the state of Virginia and serving approximately 282,790 residents primarily in Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, and counties of Isle of Wight and Southampton

Maryview Medical Center is the #1 referral source for colon and rectal surgery, ranked best for surgical weight loss, and received many accolades for providing high quality care.

The Mission of Bon Secours Mercy Health is to extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus by improving the health and well-being of its communities and bring good help to those in need, especially people who are poor, dying and underserved. For more information, visit www.bsmhealth.org