Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant
Ladgov Corporation·San Francisco, California
Ladgov Corporation·San Francisco, California
The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant provides specialized surgical support, including assisting in operating rooms and performing advanced procedures. They are responsible for direct patient care, documentation in electronic health records, and ensuring compliance with safety and VA standards.
Position Overview Provide specialized cardiothoracic surgical support services, including assisting in the operating room, performing advanced procedures, and delivering direct patient care in a VA clinical setting. Key Responsibilities Assist in cardiothoracic surgeries (first and second assist) Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (radial and saphenous) Conduct procedures such as: Central line placement (ultrasound-guided) Chest tube insertion/removal Swan-Ganz catheter placement/removal Cardioversion and pacing wire removal Support robotic and bedside surgical procedures Document care in electronic health records (EHR) Ensure compliance with patient safety, HIPAA, and VA standards
Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) Current, unrestricted medical license BLS & ACLS certifications Extensive cardiothoracic experience required, including: 100+ endoscopic vein harvesting procedures Strong clinical, surgical, and communication skills Schedule Part-time: 2 days per week 6 hours per day No on-call or off-hours required
Candidates must be a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a current, unrestricted medical license and BLS/ACLS certifications. Extensive cardiothoracic experience is required, specifically including at least 100 endoscopic vein harvesting procedures.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
