Critical Care Physician Assistant Role in Hartford, Connecticut

A leading academic medical center in Hartford, CT is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its Surgical Critical Care team. Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) play a vital role within a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care to complex, critically ill surgical and trauma patients in the ICU. Advanced Practitioner Benefits Market-leading compensation and comprehensive benefits Generous paid time off CME time + CME budget, plus reimbursement for licenses and professional dues Tuition assistance and higher education partnerships Student loan programs Commitment to continuous education and professional advancement Access to advanced training, CME opportunities, and leadership programs Supportive, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment Role & Responsibilities Working collaboratively with physicians and care teams, the Physician Assistant will: Perform comprehensive physical examinations and clinical assessments Develop and implement medical, educational, and psychosocial care plans Manage critically ill ICU patients within established protocols Participate in ventilator management, resuscitation, and critical care procedures Order and interpret diagnostic tests and labs Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate and adjust treatment plans Identify cases requiring escalation or specialist referral The patient population includes: Complex trauma Transplant Vascular surgery General surgery Neurosurgery Interventional radiology Additional critical care cases based on service needs Qualifications Required: Active or eligible Connecticut Physician Assistant license NCCPA Certification Minimum 1-2 years of recent ICU experience as a PA Demonstrated ability to independently manage critically ill patients Proficiency in ventilator management, resuscitation, and ICU procedures Why Join This Organization? This respected Level I Trauma Center is one of New England's premier teaching hospitals, known for advanced clinical care and innovation, including: One of the largest robotic surgery programs in the Northeast A globally recognized simulation and education center Cutting-edge technology supporting high-quality patient outcomes-EPIC EHR Apply Today If you are a skilled Physician Assistant passionate about critical care and looking to grow within a collaborative, high-acuity surgical ICU environment, we encourage you to apply. TLM-