Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Description

Specialization:
Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary:

Ocala Health is a seeking an experienced cardiac physician assistant to join an established cardiothoracic surgery practice.

Qualified Candidates:

• Prior cardiac experience required
• Proficient in vein harvesting (EVH and open) required
• Join two cardiothoracic surgeons and 2 Advanced Practice Providers 
• 80% of time spent in hospital / 20% in clinic 
• Hospital work focused on inpatient rounding, consults, discharges, some ICU & surgery
• First assist in procedures 
• Share call with Advanced Practice Providers 
• Must be NCCPA board certified
• Practice specializes in the latest minimally invasive cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgical techniques (mitral valve repair, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, TAVR)

Incentive/Benefits Package:
This is an employed opportunity through HCA Physician Services Group which offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Great comprehensive and flexible benefits program
• PTO and CME time / allowance
• Occurrence-based malpractice
• Strong support system

About HCA Florida Ocala Hospital​:

• We operate a 545-bed hospital across two campuses: the Ocala Campus (HCA Florida Ocala Hospital with 323 beds) and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital (a part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital with 222 beds), alongside 5 freestanding EDs.
• Society of Thoracic Surgeons ranks us as a 3-Star STS Composite Quality provider.
• Recognized by Healthgrades: America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery in 2024, among the top 250 hospitals nationwide, and ranked No. 1 in Florida for joint replacement, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, vascular surgery, and surgical care.
• ASC recognized Level I Trauma Center and hold DNV certification as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
• Our hospital has demonstrated consistent growth and made significant investments in capital improvements over several years.
• We are expanding our Graduate Medical Education (GME) program, currently hosting 160 residents in partnership with the University of Central Florida (UCF) to train future generations of physicians. Our Cardiology Fellowship begins in 2024/25.

Ocala is a remarkable town for raising a family; including top-notch educational options.  Marion County boasts winding pathways canopied with oak trees and dangling trellises of Spanish Moss, Silver Springs - Nature's Theme Park, the Ocala National Forest, the rolling green fields of horse farms, historic districts, outstanding golf courses, crystal-clear rivers, and fresh-water springs. Marion County has a population of more than 400,000 and growing. Ocala is conveniently located one hour from both coasts and one hour north of Orlando.