Surgery - General Physician Assistant

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic APP to join a dynamic team, supporting renowned surgeons with a primary focus on vein harvesting!
This is a 100% OR position with flexible 3x12s scheduling and a light call load!
Philadelphia offers a rich blend of history, culture, and modern amenities. Enjoy world-class museums, diverse dining, vibrant neighborhoods, and excellent schools. Its central location makes it easy to explore the East Coast, with NYC and Washington, D.C., just a short train ride away. Affordable living, a thriving arts scene, and abundant green spaces make Philadelphia a great place to call home.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting in cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) and radial artery harvesting.
- Handle vein harvesting, patient closure, and post-operative care.
- Work with 5 APPs and 5 surgeons for seamless patient care.
- Participate in aortic surgeries, mitral valve replacements, minimally invasive procedures, CABG surgeries, etc.
- Flexible 12-hour shifts from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, willing to be flexible on blocks/ how the days are split up.
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience as a Cardiothoracic APP.
- Proficiency in EVH and open radial artery harvesting.
- Strong CVOR surgical assisting skills.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume surgical environment.
- Dedication to top-tier patient care and safety.

Benefits:
- Competitive relocation and retention bonuses.
- Exempt excessive time pay (similar to overtime) for hours beyond 36 per week.
- Work with an experienced team, all with 5+ years of experience.
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

About Us: Palm Health Resources is a healthcare recruiting firm determined to provide customized recruitment solutions for the healthcare profession. We have successfully been in business for over 15 years and service some of the most prestigious hospitals in the nation. Our extensive attention to detail, experienced pool of candidates, knowledge of healthcare specialties, and industry relationships sets us apart from other firms. We take pride in our work and the proof is in our results. We believe in finding the right fit that advances careers and improves organizations. Let us focus on your placement so you can focus on patients. Travelers working with our firm benefit from our concierge support teams with dedicated experts to manage their travel/housing, payroll, and credentialing throughout the locum process. As a traveler with our firm, you also have 24/7 access to your recruiter. Our firm exclusively hires experienced healthcare recruiters to ensure our candidates have a wonderful experience. We pride ourselves on offering top-end support to our travelers and clients! Join our network and experience it for yourself.

Apply today to join this outstanding cardiothoracic surgery team in Philadelphia!

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