Physician Assistant, PD, Cardiovascular Surgery - Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

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Morristown, New Jersey$149K - $262KPer Diem / PRNSurgery

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Atlantic Health System as a Per Diem Cardiac Surgery PA – First Assist, $149K-$262K in United States.

Key Responsibilities

will serve as first assist in the operating room and provide expert care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients.

provide expert care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $149K - $262K

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Atlantic Health System as a Per Diem Cardiac Surgery PA – First Assist, $149K-$262K.

Key Skills

Endoscopic vein harvestingOpen radial artery harvestingFemoral vessel exposureCentral line placementArterial line placementChest tube insertionSuturingCritical careCardiologyOperating room assistancePatient careCommunication skillsComputer skillsTeamwork

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with a valid NJ license and certification. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in critical care or cardiology is required, along with ACLS and BLS certifications.

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Position Insights

Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Surgery position at Atlantic Health System is open to physician assistant candidates.

Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.

Compensation Analysis

Atlantic Health System lists compensation for this physician assistant position at $149k to $262k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Morristown, New Jersey.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Endoscopic vein harvesting, Open radial artery harvesting, Femoral vessel exposure, Central line placement, Arterial line placement, Chest tube insertion, Suturing, Critical care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will serve as a first assist in the operating room during cardiac surgeries. They will also provide expert post-operative care to cardiac surgery patients.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage, Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match, PTO & Paid Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave, Backup and On-Site Childcare. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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