Lehigh Valley Health Network

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Job Locations US-PA-Allentown
ID 2024-2299
Specialty
Heart and Vascular Institute
Work Type
On-Site
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Position Overview

The award-winning physicians at Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute are all board-certified, many having served fellowships or received additional training with leading programs. Our expert clinicians utilize continuing medical education to further research and enhance collaboration, leading to better patient outcomes.

 

  • 12-hour shift position for coverage of the 11-bed cardiothoracic surgery ICU (Open Heart Unit).
  • Shift will rotate, 2 weeks days/2 weeks nights, with 2 weekends per month.
  • Work in conjunction with the attending cardiothoracic surgeon, and non-surgical providers, for medical care of cardiothoracic surgical patients.
  • Duties include: managing post cardiac and thoracic surgery patients, ECMO, LVAD, bedside procedures, and assisting in inpatient practice needs.
  • Perform initial evaluation, history, and physical examination of all assigned patients.
  • Placement of invasive monitoring lines including central venous catheters, dialysis lines, and arterial access.
  • Participate in ongoing education, quality, and research projects.
  • Contribute to service-related databases as indicated.
  • Participate in education of patients and families during their inpatient course.

By joining the team at the Heart and Vascular Institute, you’ll be joining our team of innovative clinicians. LVHN was the region’s first to perform transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and is recognized as a center for performing complex mitral valve repair surgery.

In a Heart & Vascular career with LVHN, you’ll experience:

  • Consistent excellence: our team consistently ranks among the best in the nation for heart attack survival
  • A collaborative, multidisciplinary team
  • Access to the most advanced treatments and clinicals trials
  • More than 20 cardiology practices located throughout the region

Benefits and Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work™, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career.  Explore our benefits.

  • Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
  • CME Time and Allowance
  • Relocation (if applicable)

Qualifications

  • Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • A Valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required

Company Overview

Discover more about our mission and values on our about page.

EEO Statement

Individuals are required to adhere to all LVHN vaccination policies in effect at the time of hire. Employees will be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Please note that safety sensitive positions cannot test positive for marijuana or its metabolites, medical or otherwise.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state, and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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