Ladgov Corporation
Location
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.
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.
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
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