Surgery physician

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center - Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center is seeking an advanced practice provider for its cardiovascular surgery program. This full-time role features day shifts with rotating on-call assignments and a sign-on bonus for relevant experience.

Primary duties include assisting in CABG and valve procedures, with endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting as part of conduit preparation. You will join a team of specialists in a high-volume, mission-driven health system.

Qualifications

• NCCPA certification or license to practice as a Physician Assistant.
• Current Indiana State Physician Assistant license prior to hire date.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Experience with endoscopic vein harvesting and radial artery harvest preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cardiovascular surgeries including CABG and valve repair/replacement.
• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting and radial artery harvesting to provide conduits for procedures.

Education

NCCPA certified?

IndianaPA license

Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program

Tools

Maquet Vasoview Hemopro I

Maquet Vasoview Hemopro II

Job description

Facility Name:

St. Vincent Hospital & St.

Schedule:

Full-time day-shift with rotating on-call assignmentsSign on bonus: $20,000 Sign-on bonus for provider with 2+ years direct cardiac surgery experience including proficiency with Endovascular Vein HarvestingAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

Schedule: (4) 10-hour shifts/week Call structure: Daily, Weekend and Holiday On-Call assignments are split evenly among a team of 12 surgical PA’s.

Execute precise endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting to provide high-quality conduits, directly impacting the long-term success of revascularization procedures.

About the Facility

• ~80-bed specialized, licensed hospital dedicated exclusively to cardiovascular care.
• ~ Ranked as one of the highest-performing heart hospitals in the country, specializing in complex interventions and advanced cardiac surgery.
• ~ Features a boutique, high-acuity environment designed for streamlined surgical throughput and specialized postoperative recovery.

Physician-led, collaborative cultureNational network with local autonomyMission-centered care rooted in service

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Indiana Physician Assistant Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Work Experience: Endoscopic Vein & Radial Artery harvest using the Maquet Vasoview Hemopro I and/or Hemopro II systems.
• Surgical First assistant: cases include CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement, ECMO Insertion, VAD insertion & heart transplant cases.

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