Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
High-Autonomy Role Dallas Fort Worth Metro

Take the next step in your cardiothoracic surgery career with a high-performing surgical team in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant with EVH expertise to join a dynamic adult cardiac program working alongside 4 experienced surgeons and 3 PAs at a flagship hospital.

This role offers true full-spectrum cardiac care pre-op, first assist, ICU management, and outpatient follow-up with strong autonomy and direct collaboration with a lead surgeon.

Position Highlights

• First assist in the OR with Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• Manage pre-operative, post-operative, ICU, and step-down care
• Mix of inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic follow-up
• Perform bedside procedures (chest tube removal, line removal, wound care)
• Focused support of one lead surgeon
• Shared call schedule: 1:3 weekday call / 1:4 weekend call
• Active involvement in discharge planning, patient education, and quality initiatives
• Collaborative multidisciplinary cardiac team environment

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + RVU incentives + quality bonus
• Balanced call rotation with strong team support
• Full medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits
• CME support and professional development opportunities
• Stable, well-resourced hospital environment
• Long-term growth potential within a major cardiac program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active NCCPA certification
• Minimum 1 years of EVH experience (required)
• 2 3 years of cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, or surgical experience
• BLS, ACLS, and active DEA
• Strong clinical judgment managing complex surgical patients
• Comfortable practicing with autonomy in a high-acuity setting

Why Dallas Fort Worth?

The DFW metroplex offers big-city opportunity with no state income tax, strong schools, professional sports, world-class dining, and major airport access. Whether you prefer urban living or suburban space, the area provides unmatched career opportunity paired with exceptional lifestyle flexibility.

If you're an experienced CT Surgery PA looking for high autonomy, strong compensation, and a respected surgical team, this is a role worth exploring.

Contact Aaron Higgins directly at or email for a confidential discussion.