Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) , you will help 3 Cardiac Surgeons provide inpatient care and offer comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services to patients at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY .

Every day you will perform surgical/first assist duties in the Operating Room, including harvesting veins for CABG procedures, placing arterial lines, and placing chest tubes . You will be expected to participate in an inpatient-only practice, respond to call for surgeries, and round on patients on weekends in a call rotation .

In your practice, you will also have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of procedures including but not limited to: Adult Cardiac Surgery, Aortic Aneurysm Surgery, Aortic Valve Surgery, Coronary Bypass Surgery, Minimally invasive Heart Surgery, Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement surgery, Open heart surgery, Valve repair and replacement surgery, Major aortic surgery, Beating heart cardiac operations, Arrhythmia surgery (the MAZE operation), Cardiac assist devices, and Ventricular restorative procedures.

In this role, you will work Monday - Friday, with one weekend of rounding per month . You will also take call on a 1:4 rotation , with a post-call day if called in for surgery. Weekend call is paid in addition to base pay (session pay).

To be successful in this role, you must have physician assistant training and be willing to learn , as we are open to new graduates. Previous surgical experience is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits for this role include: Competitive Salary, Additional pay for weekend call, Yearly bonus opportunities, Sign-On Bonus/Relocation Assistance, 401K Contribution Match, Competitive Time Off Policy, and Designated CME days and CME Stipend each year

Highlights of our program include:

• Inpatient-only position

• Surgical/First Assist on OR cases

• Harvesting veins for CABG procedures

• Placing arterial lines

• Placing chest tubes

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, with one weekend of rounding per month

• On the weekends, you can expect to just round on patients

• Weekend call is paid in addition to base pay (session pay)

• Call required for this position (1:4)

• Expectation of call is for surgeries only, with a post-call day if called in for surgery

Job Requirements

Required:

• Active or eligible Advanced Practice Register Nurse or Physician Assistant license in the state of Kentucky

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of CT Surgery experience

• Endoscopy Radial experience

Where You'll Work

Lexington, The Horse Capital of the World is a picturesque city surrounded by horse farms known for our bourbon, street art, nightlife, food, shopping, architecture, history, craft beer, schools, music and the friendly people. Located conveniently on the interstate 75 and interstate 64 corridor, Cincinnati, OH and Louisville, KY are only a short hour away for a more Urban atmosphere. Lexington has been ranked #15 in the US News and World Report's Best Places to Live.

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health includes 275 providers delivering quality care to patients across 88 locations in central and eastern Kentucky. Our full service network delivers a variety of Primary Care Services including Family Internal Geriatric and Pediatric Medicine in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.

Saint Joseph Hospital, a cornerstone of healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky, boasts a rich history spanning over a century. Its journey reflects the evolution of medicine, the changing needs of the community, and the enduring spirit of service. SJH became a pioneer in the region, introducing new technologies and treatments, including the first open-heart surgery in Kentucky in 1963. Today, Saint Joseph Hospital remains a leading healthcare provider in Lexington, offering a wide range of services, including advanced surgical procedures, cancer care, and heart and vascular care

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit ® , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

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Pay Range

$120,000 - $170,000 /year

We are an equal opportunity employer.