Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant
Job at a glance
Job description
Palm Health Resources is hiring an experienced Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner in Western Tennessee!
Cardiothoracic / Cardiovascular Physician Assistant Opening
Role: Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
Practice setting: OR, hospital, and clinic
Team: Work with a cardiothoracic surgery group (3 experienced surgeons)
Facility: Large tertiary hospital
This is a Full Continuum of Care role with a primary focus of Operating Room
Core Responsibilities
First assist in cardiothoracic surgeries
Pre-op and post-op patient management
Rounding and inpatient care
Clinic responsibilities and follow-ups
Procedures (e.g., chest tubes, lines depending on scope)
This aligns with typical cardiothoracic PA dutiessupporting surgeons, managing perioperative care, and assisting in complex cardiac/thoracic cases.
Schedule & Structure
Mix of scheduled clinical hours + call
Requirements
Graduate of accredited PA program
NCCPA certification (PA-C)
Tennessee license (or eligible)
ACLS typically required
Cardiothoracic or surgical experience required
Client offering Comprehensive Benefits: Relocation Assistance, Health, Dental, Matching 403B, Vision, Life, and so much more!