We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery to join a dynamic healthcare team in a hospital setting located in Texas. This is a permanent position with a great opportunity for growth and professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care for patients in the cardiothoracic surgery department, including rounding in ICU and managing pre- and post-operative patients.
- Manage patients coming off ventilators and those recovering from open heart surgery, VATS, and lung procedures.
- Assist in providing care for an average of 20-25 patients at any given time.
- No requirement for supervising advanced practice providers.
- Ensure all required hospital admissions are completed as necessary.
- Work with a dedicated team to provide top-tier patient care, including assisting with ICU rounds and post-operative management.
- Work hours will be 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, 7 days a week, with rounding responsibilities in the ICU and patient management.
Position Requirements:
- Board certification required.
- ACLS, BLS certifications required.
- Texas state licensure is mandatory.
- Fellowship training is preferred but not required.
- Experience in cardiothoracic surgery and managing high-acuity patients is highly preferred.
- No trauma level or pediatric care required for this role.
Practice Details:
- Inpatient practice setting, with a focus on post-surgical patient care.
- Ability to handle a high volume of patients, with support available to manage patient flow effectively.
- Excellent team environment with ongoing support from nursing and clinical staff.
Additional Information:
- Temporary privileges can be granted for licensure in Texas.
- EMR system: Epic.
- Hospital Stroke Certification in place.
- Competitive salary and benefits package available.
- The job location is in a rural area near Alto, TX, providing a calm, community-oriented environment with access to outdoor activities and scenic views.
How to Apply: Interested candidates can apply now using Job ID #j-256973 for consideration. Don't miss out on the chance to contribute your expertise to an impactful cardiothoracic surgery team!