Job Title: Physician Assistant – Open Heart / Cardiac Surgery

Position Type: Part-Time (8:00AM -4:30PM)

Shift: Varies

Location: Boca Raton, FL

Salary Range: $149,730.30 – $194,649.39 (commensurate with experience)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Surgical Physician Assistant with Open Heart/Cardiac Surgery experience to join our specialized cardiovascular surgical team. This part-time role offers a varied schedule and requires a dynamic clinician who excels in high-acuity, team-based environments. The PA will collaborate directly with cardiac surgeons in both the operating room and clinical settings, ensuring continuity of care from preoperative assessments to postoperative recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive cardiac surgical history and physical examinations

Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic and laboratory tests

Formulate and implement patient-centered care plans in collaboration with cardiac surgeons

Prescribe medications, including controlled substances, within the scope of privileges

First-assist in open heart and cardiac surgical procedures

Perform vein harvesting and other operative techniques as required

Deliver care in the pre-, intra-, and post-operative settings

Manage inpatient rounding, consults, wound care, and bedside procedures

Run outpatient cardiac surgery clinics and assist with minor procedures

Educate patients and families throughout the cardiac surgical continuum

Participate in grand rounds, quality initiatives, and on-call coverage as needed (weekdays, nights, and weekends)

Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Minimum 5 years of APP experience , including open heart/cardiac surgery and vein harvesting

Current and valid PA license with ability to obtain medical staff privileges

National PA Certification (NCCPA)

DEA License required as per specialty

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required

Compliant with state CEU/CME and licensure renewal requirements

Strong clinical, procedural, and communication skills

Demonstrates proper surgical and sterile techniques in the OR

Why Join Us: This is an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a high-performing cardiac surgery team. You’ll play a pivotal role in surgical outcomes and patient care while working with supportive staff in a collaborative and technologically advanced environment.

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