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Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) at Posterity Group LLC
San Francisco, California, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Intra-aortic Balloon Pump, Endoscopic Radial Vein Harvesting, Saphenous Vein Harvesting, Ultrasound Guided Access, Central Line Placement, Chest Tube Insertion, Swan-Ganz Catheter, Cardioversion, First Assistant, Second Assistant, Robotic Procedures, Team Mentality, Communication Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Description An excellent opportunity exists to work for a government contractor with competitive compensation and an excellent work-life balance. Posterity Group, LLC is seeking a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) with the San Francisco VAHCS. The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant is expected to do the following: The CTPAs are responsible for insertion, operation and removal of intra-aortic balloon pump Critical services include endoscopic radial and saphenous vein harvesting (must have documented experience of >100 endoscopic procedures in each location) Ultrasound guided arterial and venous access for central line placement, chest tube and pigtail insertion and removal Insertion and removal of Swan-Ganz catheter, removal of pacing wires, cardioversion Performance of first and second assistant responsibilities in cardiothoracic surgery in the operating room Bedside assistant for robotic procedures. A CTPA who can work in the operating room two days per week, 6 hours per day located at the SFVAHCS. VA Business Hours: VA business hours/hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Off-hours Coverage: There is no off-hours coverage required. Requirements At least 3 years of relevant experience Valid license (PA-C) Master's degree Physician's Assistant Studies Previous surgical experience as a First Assistant. Cardiothoracic experience with EVH background highly recommended. Must possess strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality. Ability to communicate and work effectively with team members, hospital staff and physicians.
Responsibilities
The Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant is responsible for critical services including the insertion, operation, and removal of intra-aortic balloon pumps, endoscopic vein harvesting, and ultrasound-guided access procedures. This role also involves performing first and second assistant duties in cardiothoracic surgery and assisting with robotic procedures in the operating room.