Other Physician Assistant

An exclusive opening is available for a highly skilled Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant seeking a permanent, full-time position within a high-performing cardiovascular surgical program in Syracuse, New York. This is a premier opportunity to work directly in the operating room with an established cardiac surgery team performing complex adult cardiac procedures.

This full-time physician assistant role offers long-term stability, meaningful surgical volume, and the ability to practice at the top of your license. You ll function as a true first assist in a collaborative hospital setting with strong physician leadership and modern surgical infrastructure.

If you're a board-certified PA with strong cardiac surgery experience looking for a high-demand, career-defining position with growth potential and professional respect this is where you thrive.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as primary OR first assist for cardiac surgery cases
• Perform endoscopic and open vein harvest
• Insert chest tubes and manage invasive lines
• Assist with conduit retrieval for bypass procedures
• Provide perioperative ICU and floor management
• Collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in quality and surgical outcome initiatives

Qualifications

• NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant
• Active or eligible for New York State licensure
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Proven cardiac surgery OR first assist experience
• Vein harvest proficiency required
• Robotic cardiac experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and team-oriented mindset

Why Join This Opportunity

• Permanent, full-time stability within a respected cardiac surgery program
• High-acuity surgical exposure with consistent OR volume
• Collaborative team culture with direct surgeon mentorship
• Modern EMR and surgical technology
• Opportunity to expand procedural expertise and leadership presence
• Thrive in a growing cardiovascular service line

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Full travel assistance and comprehensive benefits
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Working Hours
Full-Time 4x10 Schedule Day Shifts