Physician Assistant - CT Surgery in Northeast Indiana

    Posted 22 hours ago
    fort wayne, indiana, united states · Onsite

    About the job

    AI Summary

    Join Lutheran Hospital's Cardiothoracic Surgery program as a Physician Assistant, providing comprehensive cardiac care. Responsibilities include assisting in endoscopic vein harvesting, managing complex surgeries, and collaborating with surgeons to monitor post-op patients. A dynamic team awaits!

    Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery

    Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Job Description:

    • First assist in endoscopic vein harvesting
    • Participate in complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries
    • Provide full spectrum cardiac surgery care, including pre-op and post-op care
    • Manage post-op patients, including addressing arrhythmias and fluid balance in collaboration with the surgeon
    • Act as a liaison between the surgeon, patient, family, and staff
    • Work within a collaborative team of cardiac surgeons and advanced practice providers

    Requirements:

    • Licensure as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority
    • CT Surgery experience preferred, but highly motivated new graduates will be considered

    Compensation and Benefits:

    • Attractive compensation package
    • Commencement bonus
    • CME allowance and CME days
    • Vacation, 401k with match, health/vision/dental/life insurance

    Community Overview:

    Fort Wayne offers a unique opportunity to combine a satisfying work life with an exceptional quality of living. As the second largest city in Indiana, it boasts affordability, top-rated public and private schools, and colleges and universities. Enjoy an extensive network of parks, trails, lakes, and golf courses. Family activities include the Children's Zoo, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Botanical Conservatory, and more. Indianapolis is just 2 hours away, with Chicago, Cincinnati, and Detroit within 3 hours!