Vascular Physician Assistant Position Summary The Vascular Physician Assistant (PA) provides advanced clinical care to patients with vascular disease across inpatient, outpatient, and procedural settings. Working collaboratively with vascular surgeons and the multidisciplinary care team, the PA evaluates patients, assists in vascular procedures, manages perioperative care, and supports continuity of care for patients with arterial and venous conditions.
Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical examinations
Evaluate and manage patients with arterial, venous, and lymphatic disorders
Assist in the operating room and procedural suite, including first-assist duties as appropriate
Manage preoperative and postoperative vascular surgery patients
Conduct daily inpatient rounds and coordinate care plans
Order, interpret, and document diagnostic tests, imaging, and laboratory studies
Perform bedside procedures within scope of practice (e.g., line placement, wound care, drain management)
Manage anticoagulation therapy and vascular medications under physician supervision
Monitor patients for post-procedural complications and intervene as appropriate
Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery, and long-term disease management
Coordinate care with wound care, podiatry, interventional radiology, and other specialties
Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and departmental initiatives
Clinical Areas May Include Peripheral arterial disease
Carotid artery disease
Aortic aneurysm and dissection management
Dialysis access creation and maintenance
Venous insufficiency and thromboembolic disease
Schedule Day shift with variable hours
May include call, evenings, weekends, or holidays depending on service needs
Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current national certification as a Physician Assistant
Active or eligible state licensure
BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Prior vascular surgery, general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, or critical care experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong clinical assessment and procedural skills
Knowledge of vascular disease processes and postoperative management
Ability to function effectively in fast-paced surgical environments
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Strong organizational and documentation abilities
Work Environment Operating room, inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and procedural areas
Requires standing, walking, lifting, and manual dexterity
Exposure to high-acuity surgical patients and procedural environments
