Full Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Cardiovascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit (CVSICU) team on a full-time night shift. This role involves providing high-level care to critically ill patients following cardiovascular surgeries, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex patient needs in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care in the CVSICU during the night shift, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of postoperative cardiovascular patients.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients in the CVSICU.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluate patient responses to interventions.
- Perform invasive procedures, including but not limited to central line placement, arterial line placement, and chest tube insertion.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment options, and discharge planning.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects to enhance patient care and outcomes in the CVSICU.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant.
- Active, unrestricted PA license and certification.
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in critical care, preferably in a cardiovascular surgical intensive care unit.
- Ability to work independently and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Availability to work full-time night shifts.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
- $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- Access to the renowned Johns Hopkins network for continued education and professional development.
- Work alongside a world-class team of healthcare professionals at a leading academic medical center.
For more information on our benefits, please visit Johns Hopkins Hospital Benefits.
If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care in a challenging and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes during the night shift!
Salary Range: Minimum 55.81 per hour – Maximum 86.51 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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