Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) position offers a rewarding opportunity for experienced professionals to join a collaborative cardiac surgery team in a dynamic healthcare environment. As a vital member of the surgical team, the Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) will participate in advanced cardiac procedures, supporting a group of skilled surgeons and advanced practice providers. This full-time role provides comprehensive exposure to cardiac cases, excluding LVADs, transplants, and thoracic surgeries, ensuring a focused and specialized practice area.
Located in the thriving and vibrant city of Raleigh, NC, this Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) position is designed for those seeking career growth, professional development, and the chance to work alongside high-performing colleagues. Raleigh is known for its robust healthcare community, offering an excellent environment for medical professionals to excel. The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) will benefit from a supportive team structure with four full-time surgeons, seven operating Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and three Nurse Practitioners (NPs) handling weekend coverage, consults, and clinic responsibilities. The surgical team performs over 600 cardiac cases annually, averaging 2-4 cases per day, providing ample opportunities to develop and refine skills in cardiac surgery.
In this role, the Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) will serve as the first assist on all cases and will be responsible for harvesting veins or radial arteries for CABG procedures. The work schedule is structured for work-life balance, featuring four 10-hour shifts per week, typically involving 2-3 operating room shifts and one floor shift. Every seventh week, the PA-C will have a dedicated week in the ICU from Monday to Thursday, with Friday off. Weekend coverage is minimal, with on-call responsibilities rotating about once every 6th or 7th week, depending on staffing levels and vacations. There are no in-house calls, and calls are managed from home, primarily covering OR callbacks and patient inquiries from various sources.
The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) will thrive in an environment that values teamwork, dedication, and excellence in patient care. The team is comprised of experienced APPs and surgeons who work closely together to deliver high-quality outcomes. Surgeons are actively involved in patient care, especially for ICU patients, and provide a collaborative support system for the PA-C. The absence of fellows and residents ensures that the Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) has the opportunity for significant hands-on experience and autonomy, contributing directly to patient outcomes and surgical success.
This position offers a competitive salary based on experience, with a range of comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and matching 403B, as well as relocation assistance and more. The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) role presents a unique opportunity for dedicated professionals to make a meaningful impact in cardiac surgery while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and progressive workplace. If you are a skilled PA-C seeking advancement and the opportunity to work with a leading cardiac surgery team, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button today.
Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Summary- Join an expert cardiac surgery team performing over 600 cases annually.
- Focus on cardiac procedures (excluding LVADs, transplants, and thoracic cases).
- Work in a collaborative environment with experienced surgeons and APPs.
- Benefit from a structured schedule promoting work-life balance.
- First assist in all cardiac surgical procedures, including vein and radial artery harvesting for CABG.
- Collaborate with surgeons, APPs, and NPs to ensure optimal patient care.
- Participate in 2-3 operating room shifts and one floor shift each week.
- Cover ICU shifts every seventh week, with scheduled days off.
- Rotate through minimal weekend and on-call duties, with calls managed from home.
- Engage in preoperative and postoperative patient management as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- Competitive salary based on experience (range: $135K–$200K).
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Matching 403B retirement plan
- Relocation assistance
- Additional benefits to support professional and personal well-being
- Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).
- Experience in cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery required.
- Demonstrated ability to first assist in cardiac procedures and perform vein/radial artery harvesting.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to high standards of patient care and professional ethics.
- Experienced in cardiac surgery and interested in a focused, non-thoracic role.
- Comfortable with a rotating schedule and occasional on-call coverage.
- Strong communicator and effective team player.
- Dedicated to professional growth and contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Work in a city known for its vibrant healthcare community and quality of life.
- All calls are managed from home; no in-house call responsibilities.
- Collaborative, high-performing team with supportive leadership.
- Surgeons are directly involved in patient care; no fellows or residents.
- Comprehensive orientation and support for new team members.
If you are ready to advance your career as a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (PA-C) in a leading cardiac surgery practice, click the job application button to apply today and join a dedicated team making a difference in cardiac care.