Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant
San Francisco, CA
Part Time
Experienced
Position Overview
Provide specialized cardiothoracic surgical support services, including assisting in the operating room, performing advanced procedures, and delivering direct patient care in a VA clinical setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in cardiothoracic surgeries (first and second assist)
- Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (radial and saphenous)
- Conduct procedures such as:
- Central line placement (ultrasound-guided)
- Chest tube insertion/removal
- Swan-Ganz catheter placement/removal
- Cardioversion and pacing wire removal
- Support robotic and bedside surgical procedures
- Document care in electronic health records (EHR)
- Ensure compliance with patient safety, HIPAA, and VA standards
Qualifications
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Current, unrestricted medical license
- BLS & ACLS certifications
- Extensive cardiothoracic experience required, including:
- 100+ endoscopic vein harvesting procedures
- Strong clinical, surgical, and communication skills
Schedule
- Part-time: 2 days per week
- 6 hours per day
- No on-call or off-hours required
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