Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) - Per Diem - Cornell Campus
Listed compensation
$100/hr
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Job Description
Location New York, New York Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Description: Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) - Per Diem - Cornell Campus Join one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, where excellence in patient care, research, education, and community service drives everything we do.
At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, our Physician Assistants are essential partners in delivering world-class cardiothoracic care.
Step into our high-acuity Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) and take on a pivotal role in managing the continuity of care for some of the most critically ill and complex patients in the region.
In this position, you will provide advanced care for patients recovering from intricate cardiothoracic surgeries, including heart transplants, and manage those supported by a variety of mechanical circulatory assist devices, such as ECMO, LVADs, and IABP/IMPELLA.
Working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure seamless, high-quality care in one of the most dynamic ICU environments in the country.
Shift
Per Diem Coverage Preferred Criteria Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a critical care, cardiothoracic surgery, or transplant setting Demonstrated strong procedural skills and the ability to work independently in a high-acuity environment Required Criteria Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program NYS licensure NCCPA certification Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high.
Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today. Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role).
Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses. ______ 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor 2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor 2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld 2025 Great Place to Work Certified 2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes 2025 Companies that Care – People 2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range
$100.00/Hourly It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure.
Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works. Internationally acclaimed, our hospital leads the way in research, life-shaping education and compassionate care.
Step into a career at a truly Amazing place. Among the highest echelon of the topmost hospitals in the world, NewYork-Presbyterian is Making It Possible for patients at this moment. What does this mean for you? Nothing less than an extraordinary career. We care for 1 out of every 4 New Yorkers in medical need.
The nation's largest not-for-profit academic medical center, with over 2 million patient visits a year.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will manage the continuity of care for critically ill patients in the Cardiothoracic ICU. This includes providing advanced care for patients recovering from complex cardiothoracic surgeries and managing those supported by mechanical circulatory assist devices.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program, along with NYS licensure and NCCPA certification. Preferred candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in critical care or cardiothoracic surgery settings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Cardiothoracic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 40 active Cardiothoracic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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