About this opportunity
Bon Secours Mercy Health lists this Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery - Coastal Hampton Roads Virginia opportunity in portsmouth, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery
Bon Secours CT – Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists – Hampton Roads, Virginia
We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to join our premier CT Surgery team. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice at the top of your profession in a highly collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.
Position Highlights
Schedule: Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Call: 1:2 rotation
Practice Setting: Hospital‑based and outpatient
Patient Population: Adults (18+), mix of inpatient and outpatient
Average Caseload: Outpatient: 1‑5 patients/day
Inpatient: 5‑10 patients/day
EMR: Epic (inpatient and outpatient)
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive care to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients in the OR, ICU, and outpatient clinic settings.
Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for CABG procedures.
Assist in surgical cases, manage pre‑ and post‑operative care, and coordinate follow‑up with patients and families.
Collaborate closely with the attending surgeon, fellow PAs, nursing staff, and the broader care team to ensure seamless, high‑quality patient care.
Participate in call rotation and maintain readiness for emergent cases as required.
Qualifications
Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA in Cardiothoracic Surgery, including proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting.
Training: Demonstrated competence in OR and ICU procedures.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff.
Proven ability to deliver compassionate, efficient, and thorough patient care.
Current NCCPA certification and Virginia PA license (or eligibility).
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with guaranteed compensation (no productivity factor)
Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Employer‑provided life insurance (2x base salary)
Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
>Wellness and employee assistance programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
32 days of annual ATO
CME allowance: $3,000 annually
Relocation reimbursement available
Location - Coastal Virginia
Consistently ranked as one of "America's Top 20 Places to Educate Your Child" - Forbes Magazine
Access to pristine beaches, thriving arts and culinary scenes, and highly rated public schools
Easy drive to Williamsburg (45 min), Washington, D.C. (4 hrs), and the Outer Banks of North Carolina (1 hr)
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA ready to join a collaborative, high‑performing team in one of Virginia's most desirable regions, we invite you to apply now.
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Worksite address
portsmouth, VA, 23703, US
Who can apply
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