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Full Time Permanent

Job detail

Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Bon Secours Mercy Health

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States

Job description

Bon Secours CT - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists Coastal Hampton Roads, Virginia

Effective 7/1/26: No Non-Compete in Employment Agreement

Bon Secours Cardiovascular and Thoracic Specialists is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join our premier CT Surgery team. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice at the top of your profession in a highly collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

We are interviewing now for a skilled PA to play an integral role in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients.

Position Highlights

  • Schedule: Full-time, Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
  • Call: 1:2 rotation
  • Practice Setting: Hospital-based and outpatient
  • Patient Population: Adults (18+), mix of inpatient and outpatient
  • Average Caseload:
    • Outpatient: 1 5 patients/day
    • Inpatient: 5 10 patients/day
  • EMR: Epic (inpatient and outpatient)

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients in the OR, ICU, and outpatient clinic settings.
  • Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) for CABG procedures.
  • Assist in surgical cases, manage pre- and post-operative care, and coordinate follow-up with patients and families.
  • Collaborate closely with the attending surgeon, fellow PAs, nursing staff, and the broader care team to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.
  • Participate in call rotation and maintain readiness for emergent cases as required.

Qualifications

  • Open to an exceptional new grad with surgery and cardiac training rotations and interest in a career in cardiothoracic surgery
  • Preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA in Cardiothoracic Surgery, including proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting.
  • Training: Demonstrated competence in OR and ICU procedures.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff.
  • Proven ability to deliver compassionate, efficient, and thorough patient care.
  • Current NCCPA certification and Virginia PA license (or eligibility).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement (>50 miles)
  • Guaranteed base salary of $175,000 + up to 5% bonus for attainment of quality goals paid annually
  • 32 days ATO for holidays, CME, and other out-of-office time - front loaded (not accrued) and prorated based on start date
  • Up to 8 weeks for Parental Time Off - birth or adoption
  • Annual $3,000 CME allowance
  • 403b retirement savings plus matching on first 4%
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Rx, FSA, life insurance, company paid Short and Long term Disability
  • Wellness plan and optional benefits
  • Malpractice, Liability and Tail coverage provided

Why Join Bon Secours Mercy Health?

Bon Secours Mercy Health is in the top 5 faith based health systems in the U.S., committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and advancing health for the communities we serve. Our team values collaboration, excellence, and innovation in patient-centered care.

Location Coastal Virginia

Live and work in Hampton Roads, a vibrant coastal region known for its rich culture, affordable lifestyle, and proximity to some of the East Coast s best destinations.

  • Consistently ranked as one of America s Top 20 Places to Educate Your Child Forbes Magazine
  • Access to pristine beaches, thriving arts and culinary scenes, and highly rated public schools
  • Easy drive to Williamsburg (45 min), Washington, D.C. (4 hrs), and the Outer Banks of North Carolina (1 hr)

Enjoy the best of both worlds a dynamic urban center and welcoming suburban communities all while advancing your career with a nationally respected healthcare organization.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA ready to join a collaborative, high-performing team in one of Virginia s most desirable regions, we invite you to apply now.

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