Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
Opening in Lexington, Kentucky
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group is actively seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our inpatient practice at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY. The ideal candidate has previous surgical experience and is willing to learn – we are open to new graduates. We offer a competitive salary, additional pay for call, bonus opportunities, a sign‑on bonus, and relocation assistance if needed.
Highlights of the Program
Inpatient‑only position
Surgical/First Assist on OR cases
Harvesting veins for CABG procedures
Placing arterial lines
Placing chest tubes
Schedule
Monday – Friday, with one weekend of rounding per month
On weekends, expect to round on patients
Weekend call is paid in addition to base pay (session pay)
Call required: 1:4
Expectations of call for surgeries only, with a post‑call day if called in for surgery
Common Procedures
Adult Cardiac Surgery
Aortic Aneurysm Surgery
Aortic Valve Surgery
Coronary Bypass Surgery
Minimally invasive Heart Surgery
Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement surgery
Open Heart Surgery
Valve Repair and Replacement Surgery
Major Aortic Surgery
Coronary Bypass
Beating Heart Cardiac Operations
Arrhythmia Surgery (The MAZE Operation)
Cardiac Assist Devices
Ventricular Restorative Procedures
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary
Additional pay for call
Yearly bonus opportunities
Sign‑on bonus/relocation assistance
401(k) contribution match
Competitive time‑off policy
Designated CME days and CME stipend each year
Required Education, Credentials, Licenses (PA‑C)
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program; meets certification/re‑certification requirements
Licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state where work is performed; completion of CME requirements
Saint Joseph Hospital staff membership & privileges
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Desirable Education, Credentials, Licenses
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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