Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Cvt App

Ascension is seeking an experienced CVT APP in Panama City, Florida. This is a great opportunity for a candidate with experience in vein harvesting and surgical 1st assist. Cardiac background is preferred.

Position Highlights:

• Busy clinic with existing panel
• Need surgical proficiency in vein harvesting
• Mix of clinic, consults, rounding and surgery
• Live and work on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida

About Ascension Sacred Heart Bay:

As part of Ascension, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world's largest Catholic health system:

• Sacred Heart offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Sacred Heart was founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1915. While our technology has improved dramatically, and the buildings have grown and expanded, our commitment to the mission remains steadfast: to provide excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable.
• Sacred Heart Health System includes hospital campuses in Pensacola, Miramar Beach, Panama City, and Port St. Joe, Florida, as well as The Studer Family Children's Hospital at Sacred Heart, Northwest Florida's only children's hospital and Sacred Heart Medical Group, the largest network of primary care and specialty physicians in Northwest Florida.
• The 47-million-dollar renovation of Bay Medical after Hurricane Michael is in process and aims to create a facility with 200 private rooms. The improvements include major upgrades to information technology and creation of new space for physician offices and other services, including the laboratory, imaging and pharmacy.
• Bay offers an accredited Stroke Center, a Level II Trauma Center, which provides 24-hour emergency care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses, and emergency services located at the main hospital as well as a freestanding emergency center on Panama City Beach.

About Panama City:

• Home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country).
• 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.

About Ascension Medical Group:

Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.

What minimum requirements you'll need:

• 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.

What additional preferences we're seeking:

Vein harvesting experience

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