CT Surgery PA Position

Description

Specialization : Physician Assistant

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary :

As a member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery team, the Physician Assistant (PA) is an expert in the perioperative management of patients undergoing cardiothoracic procedures and participates in the medical management of this population across the spectrum of care. The PA will act as first, second, or third assistant in cardiac and / or thoracic surgeries under the supervision of an approved supervising physician. The incumbent will provide care and guidance to inpatients and will attend outpatient clinics. The PA will perform endoscopic vein harvesting procedures, placing drains, placing catheters, closing major and minor incisions, recording post-op orders and progress notes and assisting in the transport and care of patients from the operating room to the recovery room or intensive care unit.

Minimum Qualifications :

California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) preferred but not required.

Facility will assist with licensing

Valid Physician Assistant license to practice under the Physician Assistant Act in the state of California

National certification (NCCAP) as a Physician Assistant

Controlled Substances Education Course certificate of successful completion

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

American Heart Association (AHA)

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Experience as an assist in cardiac surgery with endoscopic vein and radial harvesting is preferred

Endoscopic vein harvesting experience required, will consider teaching the right candidate

Skills to perform CPR and respond to emergencies using ACLS & PALS protocols as needed

Ability to assist in operations, performing tasks under direct supervision of the attending surgeon

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must write legibly

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment

Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients

Ability to provide after hours on-call coverage including night call, weekend and holiday call.

Will share call with other PA's

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience as a first assist in cardiac surgery with endoscopic vein harvesting

Experience with the Getinge vein harvesting system is preferred

Key Responsibilities :

Surgical / Floor / Clinical Practice

Position Details :

Assist with open-heart cases, EVH experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities include daily rounds with CTS Team

Salary range is 180-260k and not inclusive of call pay

Requirements : CA licensure

DEA certification

ACLS / BLS

1-3 years of Cardiac surgical experience

Graduation from an accredited PA program, Board Certification

About Los Robles Health System :

Located in the heart of Thousand Oaks, Los Robles Health System is one of Ventura County’s largest employers. Los Robles is ranked among America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, placing it within the top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality. In addition, it is consistently rated for high patient and physician satisfaction.

The 386-bed facility is a regional destination for many services and boasts more than 600 physicians on staff representing 50 specialties :

• Level II Trauma Center, first and only in Eastern Ventura County
• Designated STEMI receiving center, only hospital in the state certified by both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
• The only hospital certified in Los Angeles and Ventura counties as a STEMI-designated heart attack center for rapid heart attack response and is a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Part of the HCA Healthcare family, Los Robles has a robust Graduate Medical Education (GME) program, featuring the following residency and fellowship programs : Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Transitional Care, Neurology, Anesthesiology, Cardiology and Vascular Neurology. HCA Healthcare GME is the largest sponsor of residency and fellowship programs across the nation.
• Complete cardiovascular care with access to clinical trials, registries and experts in diagnostic, interventional, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery and cardiac rehab services
• The only Emergency room in both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties with the coveted EDAP (Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics) rating
• Nationally recognized orthopedic and spine services accredited by The Joint Commission for total hip and knee replacement
• Women’s Services including 24 / 7 OB / GYN hospitalists for high-risk OB and a Level III NICU
• Multi-faceted oncology services with a full care team of specialists

For more information, visit www.LosRoblesHospital.com.

Thousand Oaks, California is one of the largest cities in Ventura County and a premier place to live. The community boasts a small town feel with all the amenities and access to major destinations in Southern California. The community is known as one of the safest cities and boasts the nation’s top schools, shopping and parks. With more than 150 miles of trails for walking, running and biking, there is something for everyone. The beach is only a short 30 minute drive away and is approximately 40 miles from Downtown Los Angeles.