Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant

 We are hiring an experienced cardiothoracic physician assistant / nurse practitioner with extensive EVH experience, Cardiac OR first assisting experience at a BEAUTIFUL Hospital in Central Virginia!Â

We are open to considering candidates for a locum Contract role or a Full Time Permanent position!

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Cardiac Surgery Group seeking an experienced cardiothoracic physician assistant! Â We have 2 Cardiac Surgeons, 1 Vascular and 1 Thoracic Surgeon, 8 Physician Assistants and 0 Residents!

Candidate will perform Coronary artery bypass, Aortic valve surgery, Minimally invasive cardiac surgery, Aortic surgery, Hybred EP, Endoscopic vein harvest, Will do all CV surgery aside from Heart Transplant procedures! Â Presently our APP's work 5 8 hour shifts and take on call 1/4th weekend. And during the week on-call responsibilities rotates one out of every 6th night.

Professional responsibilities for this position include surgical first-assistance to our team of cardiothoracic surgeons. Â Experience in open and endoscopic vein harvesting preferred. Â Responsibilities also include perioperative patient care in ICU, step-down and regular surgical floor settings. Â

QUALIFICATIONS:
·     Graduate of a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission for Physician Assistant Programs
·     Current NCCPA certification
·     Licensed or licensure-eligible in Virginia
·     Current ACLS certification
·     Minimum of two years relevant PA experience in cardiovascular/thoracic surgery is desired. One year of relevant PA experience in the critical care setting also is strongly desired.
·     Cardiovascular/thoracic teaching experience is desired.
·     Position requires:
·     Evidence of knowledge and skill in applying principles of sterile technique in a surgical setting and infection control.
·     Knowledge and skill in surgical anatomy, physiology, operative procedures, and perioperative care.
·     Well-balanced and developed clinical assessment skills.
·     Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
·     Ability to perform effectively in stressful and emergency situations.
·     Excellent communication with all members of the care team as well as patients, families, and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
·     Ability to work independently, under the direct supervision and guidance of the supervising physician.
·     Demonstrated knowledge, recognition, and consideration of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological states of human growth and development.
·     Knowledge of statistics and research protocols.