Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgical Service ( Main OR)

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 103,320 - 152,913; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgery Service. The role includes assisting in the operating room, coordinating care for adult and pediatric CT patients, and providing patient/family education to promote smooth transitions from admission to discharge.

The position reports to the Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery for clinical supervision and to administrative leadership for operations.

Qualifications

• CA PA License required.
• National Board Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operating room for cardiothoracic surgery.

Skills

PA license

National Board Certification

CT surgery experience

Teaching

Communication

Physical assessment

Wound care

Discharge planning

Organizing & prioritizing

Reading orders

UCLA policies

Shift flexibility

Senior PA experience

Education

Master's degree in PA program

Graduate from an accredited PA program

Job description

Description

Major functions include serving as a Physician Assistant for the Cardiothoracic Surgical Service under the general supervision of the Medical Director, assisting in the operating room, coordinating the care of adult and pediatric cardiothoracic patients, and providing patient/family education to promote a smooth transition from admission to discharge. Provide a discharge plan with detailed instructions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, lead a rotational mentoring program, participate in clinical trials, and develop positive improvements for the allied health team. Take a leadership role in research, teaching, and publishing. The Physician Assistant for Cardiothoracic Surgery reports to the Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery for clinical supervision and to the Operating Room Services Director, Assistant Director, or Designee for administrative supervision.

Salary range

PA: $74.95–$100.86 hourly

Senior PA: minimum 5 years relevant PA experience; salary range $82.40–$110.87 hourly

Qualifications

• CA PA License required. National Board Certification required
• Graduate from an accredited PA program required (Master's degree in PA program preferred)
• Minimum 2 years experience preferred, including assisting in CT surgeries, EVH, and endo radial artery harvesting (preferred)
• Previous PA experience required
• Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology required
• Skill in physical assessment and nursing care of cardiac surgery patients required
• Skill in teaching required
• Ability to perform patient history and physical assessment required
• Skill in written and verbal communication required
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary resources needed to coordinate patient care and facilitate referral required
• Skill in removal of chest tubes, temporary pacing wires, and sutures/staples required
• Knowledge and skill in BCLS and ACLS certifications required
• Knowledge and skill in wound care and treatment required
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing required
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, or follow physician orders, policies, procedures, and written/verbal instructions required
• Knowledge of UCLA policies and procedures
• Ability to work varying shifts
• Senior PA: minimum 5 years relevant PA experience