Physician Assistant - Thoracic Surgery Service – Day Shifts - Columbia Campus
Step into a high-achieving hospital, where premier clinicians deliver personalized care. Join our team as a full-time Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant and be a part of a comprehensive team covering surgical patients admitted to the hospital. As one of the world's leading medical centers, we are at the cutting edge of new therapies. Every day, we are meeting the needs of patients with extraordinarily diverse problems, performing complex procedures including hybrid, minimally invasive, and robotic procedures.
As a Thoracic Surgery PA, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of residents and surgeons covering this busy surgical service. There are opportunities to grow, teach, and have significant autonomy. The position primarily consists of post-operative management of patients on the step down unit and floor. In this role, PAs serve as the front line providers rounding with attending surgeons, writing notes, orders, and performing necessary bedside procedures.
This position consists of four 10 hour shifts/week, some weekend day shifts, no call or holiday coverage.
Preferred Criteria
Background in Surgery and/or Medicine
At least 1 year of experience
Strong new graduates with a demonstrated passion for surgery are also encouraged to apply
Required Criteria
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies
NYS licensure and NCCPA certification