Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Cardiac Surgery ICU - 12 Hour Shift - Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Los Angeles is looking for a passionate Physician Assistant (PA-C) for their Cardiac Surgery ICU. The role includes providing crucial assessments and care for patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgeries, and requires relevant experience and certifications. Join a distinguished team in a fast-paced environment focused on innovation and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as Physician Assistant in cardiothoracic surgery preferred.
• 2+ years managing cardiothoracic surgery patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-op and post-op assessments of patients.
• Supervise care for patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members for continuity of care.

Skills

ICU experience

Managing device patients

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

CA Physician Assistant License

National Commission Certification of PAs (NCCPA)

Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification

Job description

Job Description

Why work here?

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022?23. Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries.

We take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented doctors, nurses and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!

We are home to a distinguished team of experts who are setting the bar for cardiovascular care in the United States. At Cedars-Sinai, we treat the full spectrum of heart and vascular conditions for all patients, from infants to those with advanced disease. Compassionate care is integrated with an agile research enterprise, giving patients access to pioneering treatments. Our faculty and attending physicians provide deep competency across all specialties, including transplantation, stem cell therapy, congenital heart disease, women?s heart health, valve disorders, arrhythmia and hypertension.

What will you be doing:

The Physician Assistant (PA-C) is responsible for working under the direct supervision of their Supervising Physician, the PA shall provide pre-op and post-op assessments of patients, provide and/or assist in follow-up care, and, in the Operating Room.

Supervise care for the patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU ranging from CABG and valve replacement/repairs to implantable VADs, Heart and Lung transplants, ECMO, aortic dissections, and aneurysm repairs

Perform bedside procedures within the scope of service, write progress notes, participate in daily rounds, write orders, dictate discharge notes, and participate in hospital wide quality improvement initiatives

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.

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Qualifications

Experience Requirements:

One (1) plus years of experience as Physician Assistant (PA-C), preferably in cardiothoracic surgery preferred .

Two (2) plus years of experience managing cardiothoracic surgery patients or cardiac patients preferred.

ICU experience required.

Working knowledge of managing device patients preferred.

Educational/Licensure/Certifications Requirements:

Bachelor?s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

CA Physician Assistant License

National Commission Certification of PAs (NCCPA)

Current DEA license and Furnishing Number or eligibility to obtain

Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Req ID : 6131
Working Title : Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Cardiac Surgery ICU - 12 Hour Shift - Nights
Department : Surgery - Card Surg Adv Practice
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Clinical Operations
Job Specialty : Advanced Practice (PA)
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Night
Shift Duration : 12 hour
Base Pay : $147,284.80 - $235,664.00