Physician Assistant, PA - CT Surgery

Main Line Health; Ardmore (PA); On-site; USD 119,870 - 186,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 per year

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee support and growth opportunities

Job summary

Main Line Health is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Lankenau Medical Center. The role requires performing diagnostic and therapeutic tasks while working under a surgeon’s supervision, with a focus on patient advocacy and comprehensive care.

The ideal candidate will have two years of cardiothoracic surgery experience and must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in a physical science. The position offers a full-time schedule with a salary range of $119,870.40 - $186,992.00.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent experience in cardiothoracic surgery required.
• Must complete training for both basic and advanced cardiac life support.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks as a PA-C.
• Advocate for patients in the medical system.
• Assist in all aspects of pre, post, and operative care.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery experience

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in a physical science

Graduated from accredited PA program

Job description

Could you be our next Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Lankenau Medical Center?

Why work as a PA-C in CT Surgery with Main Line Health?

Make an Impact!

Mending broken hearts is at the core of being a Physician Assistant PA-C in Cardiothoracic Surgery. As a Physician Assistant, you will work under the responsibility and supervision of the surgeon, performing diagnostic and therapeutic tasks to allow the physician to extend their services through the more effective use of knowledge to establish diagnosis and to plan and implement therapy. You will have a major role as a patient’s advocate in the medical system, serving as a confidant, advisor, and liaison between patients and physicians. Your expertise will be utilized in all aspects of care: pre, post and operative care.

Develop and Grow Your Career!

Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement! This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full or Part Time status.

Join the Team!

Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.

Position‑Specific Benefits include:

Your potential benefits changes can be discussed directly with the Recruiter.

Position

Physician Assistant PA‑C - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Shift

Full time - 40 hours / week. 4‑10 hour shift schedule Monday - Friday with Weekend and Holiday rotation

Experience

• Two (2) years recent experience in cardiothoracic surgery required.
• Recent Board eligible graduate NOT eligible at this time.
• Endoscopic Vein Harvesting highly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in a physical science from an accredited institution required.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program.
• Must complete courses of training for both basic and advanced cardiac life support.

Licensures/Certifications

Must be certified by the NCCPA (National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants) and Pennsylvania State Board of Medical Education and Licensure.

This position requires you to wear a respirator as part of the job requirement.

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full‑time

Day Job

Day Job

Pay Range

$119,870.40 - $186,992.00

Job Grade

416