Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Position Summary:

The Physician Assistant (PA) functions within a collaborative practice agreement with supervising physicians. This role involves both autonomous and team-based patient care under a Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) or Supervision Agreement (SA). The PA will diagnose, treat, and manage patients while serving as a clinical resource, patient advocate, and interdisciplinary consultant within the healthcare team.

This is a highly specialized role that works closely with cardiothoracic surgeons in both inpatient and perioperative settings.

Essential Job Functions:

• Rotating schedule of 3-4 workdays per week

• Shared call rotation among providers

• Current practice includes:

  • 2 Cardiothoracic Surgeons

  • 2 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

• High-acuity clinical environment requiring advanced clinical skills and close collaboration with surgeons

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Masters degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Certifications & Licensure

• National certification as a Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

• Eligible for licensure with the Ohio State Medical Board

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification

• Eligible to obtain and maintain Certificate to Prescribe and DEA registration

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverage

• Retirement Benefits, Including a Pension Plan with Employer Contributions

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, Sick Leave, and Paid Maternity/Parental Leave

• University of Toledo Tuition Fee Waiver Program

• Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage

• UTP Participation in an Alternative to FICA, Reducing Employee Payroll Taxes

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts

• Fast-paced environment with frequent interaction with patients, staff, residents, students, and physicians

• Prolonged periods of walking and standing

• Occasional lifting of patients (may exceed 200 pounds with assistance)

• Ability to carry items weighing up to 30 pounds

• Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal ranges and strong manual dexterity

• Regular use of office and clinical equipment, including computers, phones, copiers, and fax machines

• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations common in a clinical environment

• Ability to remain effective and professional in high-stress situations

About Toledo, Ohio:

The city of Toledo is located in NW Ohio near the western point of Lake Erie and along the Maumee River. Being the 4^th  largest city in Ohio, Toledo continues to grow as it is home to over 200,000 residents. There is much to see and do as it is home to 19 large metro parks with over 120 miles to bike, walk, and hike along the trails. Downtown Toledo is the hub for entertainment, as you can visit the Toledo Museum of Art, the Toledo Zoo, and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra! The city also partakes in numerous sports activities, from minor league baseball, golfing clubs, and hockey, which can all be found within a few miles of each other.

Toledo continues to be one of the most affordable places to live in the region. There are many different living options, from lofts in downtown to comfortable suburbs and villas. Toledo holds many high-quality schools and universities open for parents and students.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics. 

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