Physician Assistant, Surgical: Cardiovascular & Thoracic

IU Health Arnet is hiring an experienced Physician Assistant to join our close-knit and team-oriented Cardiovascular Surgery practice at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette IN. This new and exciting position will be a mix of time in the Operating Room, time with patients in the hospital and also in the office settings. Position Details: Full Time, Day Shift 6:00am-4:00pm 3-4 individuals will share call (overnight, primarily for OR needs - includes Saturday-Sunday) 85% inpatient / 15% outpatient Experience in the OR required Work directly with 2 physicians and 1 advanced practice providers Expected patient volume: approximately 30 per week between hospital and clinic Additional Training and mentoring with experienced Cardiovascular professionals Key Responsibilities: Provide care to patients that have cardiovascular and thoracic pathology; including cancers, valve disfunctions and other cardiovascular diseases. Co-managing pre/post surgery care for patients in the hospital Assisting with triage needs for patients who call into the office for needs First-assisting in the OR Endoscopic vein harvesting, must have experience Management of chest tubes and wounds Thoracentesis and arterial lines Travel may be required during orientation Qualifications: Master's degree required PA Certification Surgical cardiology and/or CV surgery experience required First assistant skills in the OR required IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: a sign-on forgivable loan, group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage. Community DescriptionLafayette, Indiana offers an unmatched quality of life in a safe and thriving college community. Located a quick drive from both Indianapolis and Chicago, residents enjoy a variety of family-friendly amenities and unparalleled diversity. Home of Big 10 conference member, Purdue University Highly-ranked public and private schools and a multitude of cultural amenities Easy access to hiking and biking trails, golfing, collegiate sports and more Entertainment and retail shops that include brew pubs, funky galleries, bakeries and bistros One hour to Indianapolis and two hours to Chicago Healthcare System/Hospital Description IU Health Arnett Hospital is a full-service, 214-bed hospital with an adjacent outpatient surgery center committed to providing exceptional care and service for the whole family. IU Health Arnett Hospital is a member of the Indiana University Health system, and is an independent non-profit organization with its own board of managers, CEO, executive management team and community representation. IU Health Arnett Hospital Features: All private patient rooms, including private neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) rooms. 24/7 Hospitalist/Nocturnist Coverage 6 technologically advanced surgical suites with open heart and neurosurgical capabilities Two cesarean section suites conveniently located adjacent to maternity beds 24/7 Intensivist coverage On-site diagnostics, imaging and lab Full electronic medical records system with seamless linkage to physician offices and IU Health's downtown Indianapolis hospitals An adjacent efficient outpatient surgery center Convenient, designated surface parking for staff and visitors Community site for medical education See how you can thrive at IU Health Arnett Indiana University Health , Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.