Career Center

Why work here? 

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022?23. Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries. 

We take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented doctors, nurses and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for. 

What will you be doing: 

The Physician Assistant (PA-C) is responsible for working under the direct supervision of their Supervising Physician, the PA shall provide pre-op and post-op assessments of patients, provide and/or assist in follow-up care, and, in the Operating Room. 

Supervise care for the patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU ranging from CABG and valve replacement/repairs to implantable VADs, Heart and Lung transplants, ECMO, aortic dissections, and aneurysm repairs 

Perform bedside procedures within the scope of service, write progress notes, participate in daily rounds, write orders, dictate discharge notes, and participate in hospital wide quality improvement initiatives 

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care. 

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Experience Requirements: 

One (1) plus years of experience as Physician Assistant (PA-C), preferably in cardiothoracic surgery preferred. 

Two (2) plus years of experience managing cardiothoracic surgery patients or cardiac patients preferred. 

ICU experience required. 

Working knowledge of managing device patients preferred. 

Educational/Licensure/Certifications Requirements: 

Bachelor?s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program 

CA Physician Assistant License 

National Commission Certification of PAs (NCCPA) 

Current DEA license and Furnishing Number or eligibility to obtain 

Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification