Ascension

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Ascension$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of experience as a CVT Physician Assistant preferred
  • EVH (Endoscopic Vein Harvesting) experience is required
  • Licensure as a Physician Assistant or eligible for Florida state license
  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program; Master's preferred
  • BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

  • Practice a mix of inpatient rounding, clinic duties, and surgical first assist
  • Champion the care team experience for patients and their families
  • Facilitate practice growth and improve quality outcomes
  • Collaborate with a team of physicians and APPs for efficient care delivery
  • Support a strong referral network within the health system

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
  • CME allowance with dedicated CME days
  • Malpractice coverage that includes tail insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) availability
  • Various health insurance options and wellness plans
  • Retirement benefits with employer matching
  • Tuition reimbursement programs
Full Job Description
We Are Hiring

Location: Panama City, FL

Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay

Schedule: Full-Time; M-F (with some weekend call)

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available

CME allowance + dedicated CME days

Malpractice coverage with tail

What You Will Do

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated CVT PA to join an established surgical practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

  • Join an exceptional team of 3 physicians and 2 APPs
  • Practice setting: mix of inpatient rounding, clinic and surgical first assist
  • EVH Experience REQUIRED
  • Employed position within a nonprofit health system
  • Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
  • Champion the care team experience for loved ones
  • Facilitate practice growth and quality outcomes
  • Collaborate with colleagues to foster a highly efficient practice model

About the Facility
  • Sacred Heart Bay opened in 1949 and was acquired by Ascension in 2019 to further the Sacred Heart mission in the Panama City community: providing excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable.
  • 200 bed Level II Trauma Center (Part of a robust clinical network with our sister facilities in Pensacola, Destin, and Port St. Joe, FL)
  • Serving a population of approximately 226,000
  • Integrated referral network (largest employed primary care network in NW FL)
  • Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system


About the Community
  • Panama City is home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country).
  • No state income tax
  • Beautiful state parks that provide untainted access to flora and fauna.
  • Pier Park is a popular destination that offers entertainment, dining, and shopping for people of all ages.
  • Situated between Eglin AFB and Tyndall AFB, Panama City offers a strong military community in Northwest Florida.
  • Located on St. Andrew's Bay, Panama City offers plenty of salt and freshwater activities, including boating and fishing.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Physician Assistant credentialed from the Florida Physician Assistants obtained prior to hire date
    or job transfer date required.

Education:
  • Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience:
  • 1 year of experience preferred.


Additional Preferences

Vein harvesting experience required

Visa Eligibility

None

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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