Surgical Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular Specialist

4 weeks ago


Charleston, West Virginia, United States Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association dba Thomas Hospitals Full time

Welcome to Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association dba Thomas Hospitals, where we're excited to offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Surgical Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular Specialist. To be considered, please click the Apply button above and complete the application in full.

As a Surgical Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular Specialist, you will practice medicine under the supervision of a physician, working in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care. You will be responsible for the direct care of patients in the department, demonstrating surgical skills proficiently as required, and providing highly skilled care appropriate to the age of the patient.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a health/science-related field, national certification or eligibility for certification, and current licensure as a physician assistant in the appropriate state. You will also be responsible for patient and family education, professional development, and participating in education of orientees, ancillary staff, and students.

The West Virginia University Health System is a state-of-the-art healthcare system, comprising 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. As a Surgical Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular Specialist, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting a culture of excellence.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a health/science-related field
  • National certification or eligibility for certification
  • Current licensure as a physician assistant in the appropriate state
  • Current certification in CPR

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the direct care of patients in the department
  • Demonstrates surgical skills proficiently as required
  • Provides highly skilled care appropriate to the age of the patient
  • Responsible for patient and family education
  • Participates in education of orientees, ancillary staff, and students

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital
  • Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests
  • Highly developed analytical critical thinking and/or organizational skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to build effective working relationships and use tact, discretion, and diplomacy when working with others
  • Demonstrates ability to stay calm and focused on environment of multiple demands and uses good judgment in emergency situations
  • Keyboard skills and basic computer skills


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