Cardiothoracic Surgery - PA

Job Details

ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL & HEART CENTER

St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty-designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI surgery. U.S. News rates St. Francis as high-performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St.

Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.

St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.

St. Francis provides a full spectrum of surgical services, and the Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant / PA is a valued member of our world-renowned Open Heart Program. The Physician Assistant will provide inpatient pre- and post-operative care as well as first or second assist in the most advanced CT Surgical procedures performed at St. Francis Hospital main campus in Roslyn, NY, and Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Islip, NY.

• PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT – CARDIOTHORACIC SERVICES
• Required to work AM and PM shifts -weekend/holiday rotation
• Position Responsibilities

At St. Francis Hospital, Cardiothoracic Services is committed to providing specialized, compassionate care to patients with cardiovascular and thoracic conditions. Physician Assistants work collaboratively with cardiothoracic surgeons and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuity of care.

1. PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Evaluate patients, obtain histories, perform physical examinations, and document clinical findings.

Coordinate admissions, consultations, and treatment plans with attending physicians.

Assist in the management of patients undergoing cardiothoracic procedures.

Recognize and respond to clinical emergencies, including Rapid Response Calls and cardiopulmonary arrest.

2. CLINICAL PROCEDURES AND TREATMENT

Perform medication reconciliation, wound care, dressing changes, and other authorized bedside procedures.

Initiate IV access, insert catheters and feeding tubes, and collect diagnostic specimens.

Assist with the management of complex medical and surgical conditions.

Perform approved clinical procedures in accordance with demonstrated competency and hospital policies.

3. PATIENT CARE COORDINATION

Order and administer medications, diagnostic studies, and supportive services within approved privileges.

Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, recovery, and safety.

Coordinate discharge planning, discharge summaries, and follow-up care in collaboration with attending physicians.

4. SPECIAL NON-CORE PRIVILEGES

Additional privileges, including PICC line insertion, intubation, and first assistance in the operating room, require appropriate training, documented competency, and departmental approval.

5. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and professional development.

Adhere to applicable regulations, Medical Staff requirements, and hospital policies.

Promote teamwork, evidence-based practice, and high-quality patient care.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current New York State Physician Assistant license and applicable prescriptive privileges.
• Current NCCPA certification, as required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular care, or a related acute-care specialty preferred.
• Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) skills and experience preferred.
• Knowledge of perioperative patient management and cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cardiothoracic surgeons and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient safety, professional development, and high-quality patient care.
• Compliance with St. Francis Hospital credentialing, privileging, and competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL & HEART CENTER
• St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty-designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI surgery. U.S. News rates St. Francis as high-performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.
• St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.
• St. Francis provides a full spectrum of surgical services, and the Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant / PA is a valued member of our world-renowned Open Heart Program. The Physician Assistant will provide inpatient pre- and post-operative care as well as first or second assist in the most advanced CT Surgical procedures performed at St. Francis Hospital main campus in Roslyn, NY, and Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Islip, NY.
• PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT – CARDIOTHORACIC SERVICES
• Required to work AM and PM shifts -weekend/holiday rotation
• Position Responsibilities
• At St. Francis Hospital, Cardiothoracic Services is committed to providing specialized, compassionate care to patients with cardiovascular and thoracic conditions. Physician Assistants work collaboratively with cardiothoracic surgeons and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuity of care.
• 1. PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
• Evaluate patients, obtain histories, perform physical examinations, and document clinical findings.
• Coordinate admissions, consultations, and treatment plans with attending physicians.
• Assist in the management of patients undergoing cardiothoracic procedures.
• Recognize and respond to clinical emergencies, including Rapid Response Calls and cardiopulmonary arrest.
• 2. CLINICAL PROCEDURES AND TREATMENT
• Perform medication reconciliation, wound care, dressing changes, and other authorized bedside procedures.
• Initiate IV access, insert catheters and feeding tubes, and collect diagnostic specimens.
• Assist with the management of complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Perform approved clinical procedures in accordance with demonstrated competency and hospital policies.
• 3. PATIENT CARE COORDINATION
• Order and administer medications, diagnostic studies, and supportive services within approved privileges.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, recovery, and safety.
• Coordinate discharge planning, discharge summaries, and follow-up care in collaboration with attending physicians.
• 4. SPECIAL NON-CORE PRIVILEGES
• Additional privileges, including PICC line insertion, intubation, and first assistance in the operating room, require appropriate training, documented competency, and departmental approval.
• 5. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and professional development.
• Adhere to applicable regulations, Medical Staff requirements, and hospital policies.
• Promote teamwork, evidence-based practice, and high-quality patient care.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current New York State Physician Assistant license and applicable prescriptive privileges.
• Current NCCPA certification, as required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular care, or a related acute-care specialty preferred.
• Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) skills and experience preferred.
• Knowledge of perioperative patient management and cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cardiothoracic surgeons and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient safety, professional development, and high-quality patient care.
• Compliance with St. Francis Hospital credentialing, privileging, and competency requirements.