Physician Assistant | Cardiovascular Surgery

Providence; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance is seeking a cardiovascular surgery physician assistant to join a small, collegial team of two physicians and one APP. This full-time inpatient role offers a day shift with weekend call coverage and alternating on-call weeks in Southern California.

You will assist in open-heart surgeries and rounding, manage patient care, perform stress tests, and contribute to complex cardiac cases with autonomy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of 1st assisting in open heart surgery experience required.
• Cardiovascular surgery experience required.
• RNFA license required for Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgeries and rounding, manage patient care and stress tests.
• Support complex cardiac cases with the ability to work autonomously.
• Join a small team of 2 physicians and 1 APP in Southern California.

Skills

Surgical assisting

Cardiovascular surgery experience

Autonomy

Education

RNFA certification

Job description

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Surgery physician assistant to join their practice in Torrance, California. This role will assist in surgeries and rounding, manage patient care and complete stress tests. This role is vital in supporting complex cardiac cases while having the ability to be autonomous. Join this dedicated and collegial group of 2 physicians and 1 APP in southern California.

• Full-time inpatient care position


• Day shift schedule with call coverage, covering weekends when on-call


• Alternate call one week at a time; flexibility with call


• Position involves assisting in complex cardiac cases with 8-to-12-hour cases, stress tests, pre-op, post-op


• Must assist in surgery and have surgical experience


• 2+ years of 1st assisting in open heart surgery experience required


• Cardiovascular surgery experience required


• RNFA license required for Nurse Practitioner


• Compensation is between $149,750 and $189,937 per year

The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.

Where You'll Work

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance has a 50-year legacy of excellence in this coastal south Los Angeles suburb and is one of six hospitals Providence operates in Southern California. Winner of Truven Health Analytics 100 Top Hospitals award three years in a row, Little Company of Mary offers cutting-edge technology and therapies in cardiac, surgical and neonatal care, all in a state-of-the-art facility just 2 miles from the beach.

Where You'll Live

Nestled in the South Bay area 25 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Torrance is a diverse city with local eateries, outdoor parks, family-friendly neighborhoods and thriving high-tech industry. It is known for its hub of authentic Asian restaurants and supermarkets and easy access to cultural and sports venues. Torrance and the nearby Palos Verdes Peninsula are home to some of the best coastal golf courses and beaches in southern California.

Who You'll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 29862