Physician Assistant - ACTAT Surgery

Physician Assistant – Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. Join our dynamic Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery team as a dedicated Physician Assistant. In this vital role you will assist in a variety of critical surgical procedures, manage wound care and closures, and contribute to a smooth recovery and the best possible outcomes. Responsibilities Assist in surgical procedures including vein harvesting, venous and arterial lines, drive lines, suturing, and LVAD dressing management. Manage pre‑operative and post‑operative patient care and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team. Contribute to wound care, closure, and post‑surgical care practices. Qualifications Minimum two years of cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery experience. One year of transplant experience. Current Texas Physician Assistant licensure and certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. BLS certification or department required specialty. Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment. Benefits 100% covered medical premiums for full‑time employees. Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – around 37‑38 days per year). Longevity pay – monthly payments after two years of service.Retirement/pension plan. We take care of our employees! We offer work/life services such as free financial and legal counseling, free mental health counseling services, gym membership discounts, employee discounts, and resources for child and elder care. #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston