PA Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery opportunity in CA

Job description

Location:
Torrance, CA

Torrance offers an excellent Southern California lifestyle with year-round pleasant weather, beautiful beaches nearby, and proximity to Los Angeles for urban amenities while maintaining a more relaxed suburban atmosphere. The city provides exceptional dining, shopping, and recreational opportunities with easy access to both the mountains and coast.

Facility:
This healthcare facility is part of a well-established medical network providing comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery services. The facility offers advanced cardiac care with state-of-the-art technology and a collaborative team environment focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Details:
• Provide cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery support with 5-8 patient encounters per shift
• Floor shifts scheduled 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with 30-minute unpaid lunch
• On-call coverage from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM next day with 1:2 call schedule
• Split call 50/50 with one other PA including every other weekend coverage
• Round on post-operative inpatients and provide comprehensive follow-up care
• First assist in cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical procedures
• See patients in outpatient clinic settings
• Perform endoscopic and radial artery harvesting procedures
• Interpret EKGs, X-rays, and laboratory results
• Manage ECMO, IABP, and Impella devices
• Must maintain active California PA license and California DEA registration
• Board certification required with ACLS and BLS certifications
• Guaranteed 8 hours per day with overtime after 8 hours
• Credentialing timeframe 60-90 days depending on file completeness

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.