Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
The role of a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) is crucial within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, focusing on delivering comprehensive care to adult cardiac and thoracic patients. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a rapidly growing healthcare group, providing services in the operating room, critical care, and outpatient clinic settings. As a full-time Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) near Atlanta, GA, candidates will benefit from a dynamic environment that encourages professional autonomy and collaboration with experienced surgeons, without the presence of residents or fellows. This structure allows for robust hands-on experience and meaningful patient engagement throughout the continuum of care.
The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including assisting in cardiac surgery procedures, performing critical care duties, and providing follow-up care in clinic. Candidates are required to have a minimum of two years’ experience in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH), reflecting the advanced skills needed for this role. The position includes a balanced on-call schedule (1:3), with floor, clinic, and operating room call duties. All ICU calls are managed by surgeons, ensuring clear delineation of responsibilities and allowing the physician assistant to focus on core aspects of patient management.
With a standard Monday through Friday schedule, this position offers stability while also providing opportunities for overtime, with an expectation of 10+ hours per week of additional compensated work. The compensation package is highly competitive and determined based on experience. In addition, comprehensive benefits are provided, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 403B retirement plan, relocation assistance, and more. The organization is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, empowering physician assistants to advance their careers and make a tangible impact on patient care.
Located near Atlanta, GA, this opportunity combines the advantages of working in a vibrant healthcare market with the supportive culture of a community-focused group. The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) position is ideal for professionals seeking autonomy, clinical variety, and the chance to develop advanced skills in a collaborative setting. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to take the next step in their career journey.
Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Summary- Full-time advanced practice provider role supporting adult cardiac and thoracic surgery
- Participation in operating room, critical care, and outpatient clinic duties
- Work within a growing, supportive group environment with significant autonomy
- Assist cardiac surgeons during operative procedures, including first and second assist responsibilities
- Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for bypass grafting (minimum two years’ experience required)
- Deliver perioperative and postoperative care to adult cardiac and thoracic patients
- Provide clinical care in both inpatient (floor and ICU) and outpatient settings
- Participate in a 1:3 on-call rotation, covering floor, clinic, and operating room calls (ICU call covered by surgeons)
- Work collaboratively with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient management and optimize outcomes
- Engage in patient education, discharge planning, and follow-up care
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the department
- Highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
- Overtime pay for hours worked beyond standard schedule
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement benefits with matching 403B
- Relocation assistance
- Additional perks and support for continuing education and professional development
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Active and unrestricted state licensure as a Physician Assistant
- At least two years’ experience in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for cardiac surgery
- BLS and ACLS certification preferred
- Demonstrated competency in cardiac surgery and perioperative care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Experienced physician assistant with a background in cardiothoracic surgery
- Proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) with a minimum of two years’ direct experience
- Comfortable managing patients throughout the continuum of care (OR, critical care, clinic)
- Seeks autonomy and professional growth within a collaborative, supportive team
- Adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care
- Opportunity to join a smaller, expanding practice with a focus on professional autonomy and mentorship
- All ICU call handled by surgeons, allowing physician assistants to focus on key clinical responsibilities
- Positive and supportive work environment near Atlanta, GA, with opportunities for career advancement
- Full continuum of care exposure for adult cardiac and thoracic surgery patients
- Apply now by clicking the job application button to start your next career chapter as a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C)