Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is looking for a Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join their esteemed team at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, NJ. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with skilled surgeons and be part of a collaborative healthcare environment. The candidate must possess a NJ Physician Assistant License and will be responsible for providing high-quality care in the surgery department.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed NJ Physician Assistant.
• Experience or training in surgical assistance preferred.
• Robotic surgery experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-house coverage, including rounding and consults.
• Assist renowned surgeons in the OR with advanced surgical techniques.
• Collaborate within a dynamic medical team environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Assistance

Robotics Experience

Education

Successful completion of an approved physician assistant program

NJ Physician Assistant License

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

JFK University Medical Center

Edison, New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join the growing team at JFK University Medical Center. This is an excellent opportunity to join the dynamic team, work in a collegial environment and become a member of the growing Hackensack Meridian Health Network. This position offers the opportunity to work with renowned surgeons and utilize the most advanced surgical techniques. Experienced PAs, preferably those with robotics experience, are sought for in-house coverage on the floors, including rounding, seeing consults, and first assisting in the OR.

Opportunity Highlights

• This position offers the opportunity to work with renowned surgeons and utilize the most advanced surgical techniques.
• Join a dynamic network of experienced physicians, specialists and support staff who foster a culture of collaboration with strong clinical support.
• Highly competitive compensation package including a robust benefits package

Requirements:

• Successful completion of an approved physicians assistant program, accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education.
• NJ Physician Assistant License.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification required

COMPENSATION:

Starting Base Salary: $56.44 Starting Hourly Rate

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration please contact:

Physician and Advanced Provider Recruiter:

Name: Jodi Fendrick, BSBM-HR, SHRM-CP, CPRP

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Assistant Physician Recruiter:

Name: Helayna Kelly

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

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