Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Location:
Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, year-round perfect weather, and proximity to Los Angeles. The city provides an ideal work-life balance with world-class dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation opportunities just minutes from the Pacific Ocean.

Facility:
This prestigious health center is a leading medical facility known for its comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery services. The facility features state-of-the-art technology and equipment, with an integrated clinic and hospital setting that allows for seamless patient care from surgical procedures to recovery.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Details:
• Provide full-time coverage with flexible scheduling requiring minimum 3-4 days availability per week
• Work Monday-Friday from 7am-3pm in integrated clinic/hospital setting
• Function as OR assist, perform hospital rounds, and provide clinic services all in one location
• Handle 5-8 patient encounters per shift with guaranteed 8 hours per day
• Participate in 1:2 call schedule splitting 50/50 with one other PA
• Weekday call coverage from 3pm-7am during rotation
• Weekend call coverage from 3pm Friday to 7am Monday
• Callback frequency approximately 1-2 times per month
• Must perform radical and endoscope vein harvesting
• Interpret EKGs, X-rays, and laboratory results
• Manage ECMO, IABP, and Impella devices
• Provide ICU and step-down unit patient management
• Active California PA license and DEA required
• Board certification required with ACLS and BLS certifications
• 3-5 years of experience highly preferred
• 90-day credentialing timeframe
• Overtime applies after 8 hours per day

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included. Paid Travel and Lodging.