Physician Assistant – Cardiothoracic Surgical Service ( Main OR)

Veterans in Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgical Service in Los Angeles, CA. The PA will work under the Medical Director and assist in the operating room while coordinating care for cardiothoracic patients.

The role includes providing discharge planning, patient education, and leading clinical trials and research initiatives. A leadership role in teaching and publishing is expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Active Physician Assistant license or eligibility in California.
• Experience working in Cardiothoracic Surgery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgical Service under supervision.
• Assist in the operating room.
• Coordinate care for adult and pediatric cardiothoracic patients.
• Provide patient/family discharge education and plans.
• Lead and mentor trainees; participate in clinical trials and research.

Skills

Physician Assistant

Leadership

Job description

Work Location Los Angeles,CA Job #18923 Work Hours 1500-2330 with on-call responsibilities, weeknights, weekends, and holidays as assigned Employment Type 2 – Staff- Career Duration indefinite Salary Range $83.46-112.31 Hourly Posted Date September 23, 2026 Bargaining Unit UPTE – HX Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.

Major functions include serving as a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgical Service under the general supervision of the Medical Director, assist in the operating room, coordinate the care of adult and pediatric cardiothoracic patients and provide patient/family education to promote a smooth transition from admission to discharge. Provide a discharge plan, providing detailed discharge instructions. Major functions include collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, leading the rotational mentoring program, participating in clinical trials, showing initiative in developing and implementing positive improvements for the allied health team. Take a leadership role in research, teaching and publishing. The Physician Assistant for Cardiothoracic Surgery will report to the Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery for clinical supervision. The Physician Assistant for Cardiothoracic Surgery will report to the Operating Room Services Director, Assistant Director, or Designee for administrative supervision. Salary range : PA: $74.95- $100.86/hourly Senior PA: must have a minimum of 5 years relevant PA exp. Salary range: $82.40 – $110.87/hourly