# Physician Assistant Cardiothoracic - Recruitment & Relocation Incentive Authorized

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/210d0480-7691-4cba-9404-b7ee4488b2fb

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Location: Indianapolis, IN
- Salary: 128708 – 226373 USD per year

## Summary

This role provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for cardiothoracic and intensive care patients at a VA Medical Center, involving both operating room assistance and bedside management of complex post-operative cases. It suits experienced PAs seeking a full-time clinical position with structured hours and the opportunity to work within an established surgical program.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Required

- Master's degree in any discipline OR bachelor's degree with one year PA experience
- Active, current, full, unrestricted state PA license
- Passed PANCE or in process of taking exam
- English language proficiency (spoken and written)
- Ability to perform patient history and physical examination
- Ability to formulate diagnostic and treatment plans
- Ability to provide perioperative care and surgical assistance
- Ability to manage SICU patients independently

## Nice to have

- Post-graduate PA residency completion
- Doctoral degree in health-related field
- Three or more years of PA practice experience
- Experience with telehealth medical care

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890024000