About this opportunity
Atlas Search lists this Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant opportunity in east rockaway, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hourly Salary ranges around: $70/hr - $90/hr
Bring Your Expertise to the Heart of Surgical Care
We re seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant (PA-C) with experience in cardiac or cardiothoracic surgery to support a high-acuity surgical program. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across the full continuum of care combining operative support, inpatient management, and collaborative clinical decision-making.
If you re passionate about complex surgical care and enjoy working in a team-driven environment, we d love to connect.
Our client is a very well-known, well-established New York City hospital network!
Schedule
Rotating schedule (days/nights)
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients across surgical, inpatient, and outpatient settings
Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Prescribe medications and provide therapeutic interventions within scope
First assist in cardiothoracic and open-heart procedures
Support vessel harvesting and other advanced operative techniques
Provide perioperative care, including patient preparation and postoperative follow-up
Partner with surgeons, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care
Act as a clinical resource and mentor to peers and support staff
Contribute to a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license
NCCPA certification required
Infection Control certification (as applicable)
Recent operating room experience required
Cardiothoracic surgery first assist experience strongly preferred
Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure surgical environments
Proficiency with EMR systems (Epic experience preferred)
Comfortable using standard office and clinical technology
Why Join This Opportunity?
Work on advanced cardiac and open-heart procedures
Collaborate with an experienced, multidisciplinary team
Grow your surgical and clinical expertise in a high-impact role
Be part of a patient-centered environment focused on excellence in care
Join a great hospital network!
Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups.
If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here.
Worksite address
east rockaway, NY, 11518, US
Who can apply
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