Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant - Janesville, WI $120,000 - $200,000

Physician AssistantIncludes callFull-Time

Pay as listed: $120,000 - $200,000 · Janesville, Wisconsin · pays below the median of 34 Physician Assistant listings (39th percentile).

Listed compensation

$120K–$200K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Mercyhealth in Janesville, Wisconsin is currently seeking a Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant to join our excellent team of collaborating Physicians!

Opportunity: Build your individual practice as an employed provider with the support of operational leaders and support staff EPIC EMR Vast multi-specialty referral sources 501c3 non-for-profit Qualifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certified Active state license Skilled at providing exceptional care The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team Compensation and Benefits: Strategic partnership with physician liaison Retention/ Sign On bonus Student Loan Repayment CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed Malpractice and tail insurance provided Relocation assistance Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program Short- and long-term disability Paid parental and caregiver leave Salary: $120,000-$200,000 About Mercyhealth: Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.

With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

COMMUNITY Janesville, WI Janesville, often referred to as the “City of Parks,” is a vibrant city with a rich industrial history and beautiful natural surroundings. Founded in 1835, Janesville became a major manufacturing hub, particularly known for its role in the automotive industry.

Today, the city offers a mix of outdoor recreation, historic landmarks, and cultural activities. The Rock River runs through the heart of Janesville, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking.

The town is home to the popular Rotary Botanical Gardens, a stunning 20-acre garden that attracts visitors year-round. With a revitalized downtown, beautiful parks, and a welcoming community, Janesville is an excellent spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Cost of living: Janesville is affordable with competitive housing prices and great schools, making it a popular choice for families. Known for: The Rotary Botanical Gardens and the Rock County Historical Society.

History: Founded in 1835, Janesville is known for its manufacturing history and its role as an industrial hub in Wisconsin.

Learn more: Rotary Botanical Gardens: Rotary Botanical Gardens Rock County Historical Society: Rock County Historical Society PAY RANGE: $85,280.00 - $144,976.00 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will build an individual practice within a multi-specialty referral system to provide cardiovascular surgical care. They will collaborate with physicians and support staff to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be NCCPA certified and hold an active state license. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareTeam CollaborationClinical CommunicationSurgical Assistance

Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 80% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $170k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 17 employers

Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.1this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Surgery (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 387 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Janesville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$298k≈ 2.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,211/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.7
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Janesville-Beloit, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Hospitals and Health Care
Rockford, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Retention/Sign-on bonus
Student loan repayment
CME reimbursement
Licensure and dues reimbursed
Malpractice and tail insurance
Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision insurance
Day-one 403(b) matching retirement