# Physician Assistant Surgical First Assistant -  Cardiovascular OR (CVOR)

Hiring organization: [Vanderbilt University & Medical Center](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/vanderbilt-university-medical-center)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/0690c8a5-154d-49ea-b7fc-42a5ce9176d6

Listed on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Nashville, TN

## Summary

This role involves assisting cardiothoracic surgeons in the operating room as a first assistant while also managing pre- and post-operative patient care in a hybrid OR/ICU model. The position suits experienced surgical PAs who are comfortable with variable shifts, call requirements, and the technical demands of cardiovascular surgery.

_Our summary, not Vanderbilt University & Medical Center's wording._

## Required

- Physician Assistant certification (Tennessee)
- First assistant competency in surgical setting
- Master's degree

## Nice to have

- Physician Assistant credential
- 1 year of surgical PA experience
- Willingness to work hybrid OR and ICU model

Apply on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center's site: https://vumc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/vumccareers/job/Nashville-TN/Advanced-Practice-Surgical-First-Assist---NP-or-PA----Cardiovascular-OR--CVOR-_R-63934-1