Position Summary: Cardiovascular/Physician Assistant (CVOR PA) must be quality driven and have proven ability to be a productive member of a cohesive team of peers, dedicated to providing optimum patient care; must exercise the highest degree of professional judgment under the direct supervision and guidance of a licensed physician; must maintain a professional attitude toward patients and exercise mature independent problem solving to meet the needs of the patients; must demonstrate understanding of procedures, policies and documentation required to ensure compliance with hospital standards of care. Cardiovascular/Physician Assistant (CVOR PA) must be experienced in the following: independent endoscopic vein harvesting, first and second assisting with opening and closing, CPB cannulation and de-cannulation, preferred but not required endoscopic and/or open radial artery harvesting and percutaneous cannulation experience.

Position Qualification: Required clinical duties the CVOR PA will independently perform the following: Endoscopic vein harvesting Preferred but not required open/endoscopic radial artery harvesting. First and second assisting with opening and closing First and second assisting with CPB cannulation and de-cannulation Dress and debride surgical incisions. Perform cardiac resuscitation and defibrillation as indicated. Educate patients and their families about their cardiac surgical procedure. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients on the cardiac surgery service. Required Licenses/Certifications: State of Florida Physician Assistant License, Active Surgical Assistant Certification from an accredited school/national certification board Cardiovascular surgery experience required (minimum of 1 year)

Must clear background and drug test required.