Physician Assistant, Mechanical Circulatory Support/Cardiac Transplant - Full-Time Inpatient

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS)/Cardiac Transplant PA acts as primary Responding Clinician to treat advanced heart failure patients in conjunction with cardiac surgery and cardiology teams. Regular responsibilities include all aspects of daily clinical management for pre- and postoperative cardiac transplant patients as well as patients dependent upon mechanical circulatory support (Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) and other temporary and permanent forms of cardiac support). This position will require the PA to coordinate multidisciplinary teams across the continuum of patient care through the outpatient setting. The Inpatient MCS/Cardiac Transplant PA is required to work a rotating schedule including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Cardiology or cardiac surgery experience and previous experience as a practicing PA strongly preferred.

Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - required

Experience
Cardiology or cardiac surgery experience and previous experience as a practicing PA strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

The Inpatient MCS/Cardiac Transplant PA is required to work a rotating schedule including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Cardiology or cardiac surgery experience and previous experience as a practicing PA strongly preferred.

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.