Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant

Job Opening

• Title: Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA)
• Location: Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI
• Start Date: TBD
• Job-Type: Part-Time

Job Summary

The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) will play a critical role in supporting the cardiothoracic surgery program at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. This position involves assisting in surgical procedures as a first or second assistant, managing pre- and post-operative tasks such as opening and closing incisions, and harvesting veins. The CTPA will work closely with residents and staff physicians to ensure high-quality surgical care

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in any U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia
• Board Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a first or second surgical assistant in cardiothoracic surgery within the past 2 years
• Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an AHA-recognized organization
• No history of license restriction, suspension, revocation, or voluntary surrender pending action

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting in the Operating Room (OR) as the first or second surgical assistant to residents or staff physicians
• Opening and closing incisions related to cardiothoracic surgical procedures
• Harvesting veins for use in surgical procedures
• Performing clinical tasks within the defined scope of practice under the direction of supervising physicians
• Maintaining availability during scheduled hours and staying beyond scheduled time when surgeries extend
• Adhering to the rotating schedule, including adjustments for every third Wednesday of the month
• Ensuring compliance with all VA policies, procedures, and credentialing requirements
• Maintaining current certifications and licensure as required by the VA and professional standards

Application Process
For more information, go to our website.  Upload your resume directly at https://french-consulting.com/careers.

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