Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant OpportunityLocation: Wichita, KansasFacility Name: Ascension Via Christi Hospital - St. FrancisSchedule: Full-TimeCME allowance of $1,500.00Malpractice coverage with tailWhat You Will DoJoin an established and esteemed Cardiothoracic Surgery team, offering a premier opportunity for a dedicated Physician Assistant to thrive within a high-volume clinical environment backed by an expansive referral infrastructure and comprehensive national health network resources.Join an established team of 3 physicians and 2 APPsCall structure: 1:2 to be 1:3Practice setting: Surgical/InpatientAccess to top tier surgical equipment and support staffEligible for state medical licensure and DEA registrationAdvanced Collaborative Treatment: In partnership with our surgeons, provide direct, evidence-based treatment and ongoing management for complex acute and chronic cardiothoracic conditions. You will ensure seamless, coordinated care through timely referrals to specialists and community support systems.Specialized Clinical Assessment: Perform comprehensive patient histories, focused physical examinations, and adeptly order, execute, and interpret diagnostic studies crucial for effective cardiothoracic patient management. This includes pre-operative optimization, post-operative surveillance, and dedicated patient education.About the Facility429-Bed Hospital / Medical Center: The established 429-bed facility serves as an academic teaching hospital affiliated with KU.Trauma Designation: Level I Trauma and Burn Center.Serving a Population: Committed to caring for a growing regional population of over 583,000 residents in the Wichita metro area.Integrated referral networkPart of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health systemWhy Physicians Choose AscensionPhysician-led, collaborative cultureLong-term practice stabilityNational network with local autonomyMission-centered care rooted in serviceWhat You Will NeedLicensure / Certification / Registration:BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of 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.Additional PreferencesProficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is strongly preferred.Visa EligibilityNoneEqual Employment Opportunity EmployerEqual employment opportunity employerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.Fraud prevention noticeProspective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.E-Verify statementEmployer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.Why Join Our Team?Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.BenefitsPaid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your communityBenefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.