Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant opening in MichiganKalamazoo, Michigan Full-time; Permanent Monday-Friday OR First Assist Endoscopic Vein & Radial Harvest Comprehensive BenefitsA Cardiothoracic Surgery program in Kalamazoo, Michigan is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join its surgical team. This position offers a diverse mix of inpatient rounding, outpatient care, bedside procedures, and hands-on operating room responsibilities. The PA will play an integral role throughout the surgical continuum, including OR first assist and endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting.Position HighlightsFull-time Cardiothoracic Surgery PA opportunityMonday-Friday day scheduleCombination of inpatient, outpatient, and operating room responsibilitiesSurgical first assistEndoscopic vein harvestingEndoscopic radial artery harvestingDaily rounding on hospitalized Cardiothoracic Surgery patientsOutpatient patient managementBroad procedural responsibilitiesCollaborative surgical team environmentRelocation assistance available where applicableClinical & Surgical ResponsibilitiesDaily rounding on all in-house Cardiothoracic Surgery patientsParticipate in outpatient clinical careServe as first assist in cardiothoracic surgical proceduresEndoscopic vein harvestRadial artery harvestPerioperative patient managementCoordinate care with surgeons, nursing, and other hospital-based specialistsAssist with continuity of care throughout the preoperative and postoperative processBedside ProceduresOpportunity to perform a broad range of procedures, including:Chest tube placementThoracentesisRadial arterial line placementCentral line placementIntra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) removalAdditional procedures within training and scope of practiceQualificationsGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant programMaster's degree preferredNCCPA certification requiredMichigan Physician Assistant licensure or eligibility requiredPrescriptive authority requiredBLS certification required within 30 days of hireAdvanced Life Support certification preferredAbility to obtain appropriate hospital credentialing and privilegesStrong clinical, procedural, and surgical skillsInterest in Cardiothoracic Surgery and perioperative patient careCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensation packageMedical, dental, and vision insurance403(b) retirement plan with 4% employer match457(b) retirement savings planLife insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverageCME allowanceGenerous paid time offPaid malpractice insurance with tail coverageRelocation assistance where applicableEmployee wellness programsWork-life resources and supportAbout KalamazooKalamazoo offers an attractive combination of university-town amenities, affordability, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to larger Midwest cities.Located between Chicago and DetroitConvenient access to Lake MichiganHome to Western Michigan UniversityStrong healthcare and medical education communityExtensive parks, trails, golf, and outdoor recreationVibrant dining, arts, entertainment, and craft brewery sceneFamily-friendly surrounding communitiesExcellent opportunity for a PA seeking hands-on Cardiothoracic Surgery experience, OR first-assist responsibilities, advanced procedural exposure, and a consistent Monday-Friday schedule
