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Posted: 05-Nov-25
Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
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Internal Number: 70566
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St. Joseph Medical CenterLocation: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: Days with Call
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
We are seeking a Physician Assistant to work as an integral member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery team at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. The Physician Assistant will be responsible for providing surgical assistance in the OR, Cath Lab and/or bedside. Responsibilities also include seeing patients in consultation and managing postoperative patients in the ICU, step-down unit, and clinic.
A minimum of two (2) years? experience as a physician assistant working in a CT surgery program is required. Proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting is required. Proficiency in endoscopic radial artery harvesting is greatly preferred. Experience with ICU care of post-operative CT Surgery patients is preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Medical Physician Assistant License
- Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment.
- National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment.
- Must have minimum of two (2) years? experience as a physician assistant, with at least two (2) years working in a CT surgery program. CT surgery experience must be within the past six (6) years.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE?LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence ? that?s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That?s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health?s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.