Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant in New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision plans

Health Savings Account and Flexible Sp

Job summary

The Cardiovascular Care Group in New Jersey seeks an experienced Physician Assistant to join its vascular care team. The role supports physicians in patient evaluation, surgical assistance, inpatient management, and patient education across office and hospital settings.

The successful candidate has at least two years as a PA in a hospital, with vascular surgery experience preferred. You will work with supervising physicians to ensure high-quality care and patient satisfaction, including

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• NCCPA certification and NJ PA licensure.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum 2 years of PA hospital experience.
• Vascular surgery experience preferred.
• Strong diagnostic, clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and work under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, obtain histories, perform exams, and document findings.
• Coordinate hospital admissions with supervising physician.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care per protocols.
• Conduct daily rounds and develop treatment plans with physicians.
• Provide intraoperative assistance and postoperative support.
• Perform procedures within scope (central venous catheter, arterial line, venipuncture, EKG, Foley, wound care).
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery.
• Participate in discharge planning and communication with staff.
• Participate in quality assurance and patient-satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Patient education

Education

Accredited PA program

NCCPA certification

NJ PA licensure

BLS & ACLS

Job description

The Cardiovascular Care Group is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join its vascular care team in New Jersey. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment supporting physicians in the delivery of comprehensive care, with responsibilities spanning patient evaluation, surgical assistance, inpatient management, and patient education.

Established in 1963, The Cardiovascular Care Group provides comprehensive care for patients with vascular disease. With offices across Essex, Passaic, Union, Morris, Monmouth, and Mercer counties, the Group serves patients in both office-based and hospital settings.

The successful candidate will work closely with supervising physicians to support high-quality care and patient satisfaction throughout the treatment process. Candidates must have at least two years of experience as a Physician Assistant in a hospital setting; vascular surgery experience is preferred.

Position Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, obtain medical histories, perform examinations, and document findings in the medical record.
• Coordinate hospital admissions in consultation with the supervising physician and provide consultations on inpatient units and in the emergency department.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care in accordance with established practice protocols.
• Conduct daily hospital rounds, document progress notes, and develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Provide intraoperative assistance and postoperative support.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice, including central venous catheter placement and guidewire exchanges, arterial line placement, venipuncture, EKGs, Foley catheter insertion, wound debridement, and incision and drainage.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery, and ongoing care.
• Participate in discharge planning and communicate with hospital staff, physicians, and family members regarding patient care.
• Participate in quality assurance and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Participate in a rotating weekend on-call schedule following completion of training.

Candidate Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and current New Jersey Physician Assistant licensure.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• A minimum of two years of Physician Assistant experience in a hospital setting.
• Vascular surgery experience preferred.
• Strong diagnostic, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and dependable approach to patient care.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $135,000–$155,000.

The Cardiovascular Care Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical coverage, with employee-only premiums fully paid by the Group under the Cigna Bronze plan.
• Multiple dental and vision plan options.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options, including healthcare, dependent care, transit, and parking accounts.
• Group-paid life insurance of $25,000, with additional voluntary coverage available.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with additional voluntary coverage options.
• Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and one day of fully paid jury duty leave.
• A 3% employer contribution to the 401(k) plan upon eligibility.
• Employee assistance programs and employee discount programs.
• Employee appreciation events, social activities, fundraisers, and other engagement opportunities.