Phys Asst Cardiovascular Surgery
The posted compensation range of $65.00 - $83.00 is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group is actively seeking a Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant to add to our inpatient practice at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY. We currently have 2 Cardiac Surgeons and 3 Physician Assistants. The ideal candidate would be someone who has previous surgical experience and is willing to learn. We offer a competitive salary, additional pay for call, bonus opportunities, a sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance if needed.
Highlights of our program include:
- Inpatient-only position
- Surgical/First Assist on OR cases
- Harvesting veins for CABG procedures
- Placing arterial lines
- Placing chest tubes
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, with one weekend of rounding per month
- On the weekends, you can expect to just round on patients
- Weekend call is paid in addition to base pay (session pay)
- Call required for this position (1:4)
- Expectation of call is for surgeries only, with a post-call day if called in for surgery
Common Procedures:
Adult Cardiac Surgery
Aortic Aneurysm Surgery
Aortic Valve Surgery
Coronary Bypass Surgery
Minimally invasive Heart Surgery
Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement surgery
Open heart surgery
Valve repair and replacement surgery
Major aortic surgery
Coronary bypass
Beating heart cardiac operations
Arrhythmia surgery (the MAZE operation)
Cardiac assist devices
Ventricular restorative procedures
Qualifications
License/Certification:
Kentucky Licensure
Experience:
Preference for Surgery experience
Overview
Lexington, The Horse Capital of the World is a picturesque city surrounded by horse farms known for our bourbon, street art, nightlife, food, shopping, architecture, history, craft beer, schools, music and the friendly people. Located conveniently on the interstate 75 and interstate 64 corridor, Cincinnati, OH and Louisville, KY are only a short hour away for a more Urban atmosphere. Lexington has been ranked #15 in the US News and World Report's Best Places to Live.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health includes 275 providers delivering quality care to patients across 88 locations in central and eastern Kentucky. Our full service network delivers a variety of Primary Care Services including Family Internal Geriatric and Pediatric Medicine in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.
Saint Joseph Hospital, a cornerstone of healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky, boasts a rich history spanning over a century. Its journey reflects the evolution of medicine, the changing needs of the community, and the enduring spirit of service. SJH became a pioneer in the region, introducing new technologies and treatments, including the first open-heart surgery in Kentucky in 1963. Today, Saint Joseph Hospital remains a leading healthcare provider in Lexington, offering a wide range of services, including advanced surgical procedures, cancer care, and heart and vascular care
Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
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