Full Job Description
Empower Healing Every Day as a Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
What We’re Looking For:
- Compassionate, patient-centered professional dedicated to excellence in cardiovascular care
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary cardiovascular surgical teams
- Experience providing direct patient care under physician supervision in cardiovascular or cardiothoracic settings
- Prior experience or training in vein harvesting techniques for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current certification by the National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants
- Current Louisiana licensure as a Physician Assistant
- Strong clinical judgment and the ability to perform delegated cardiovascular procedures and interventions
- Knowledge of HIPAA and patient safety standards
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
At Baton Rouge General our patients aren’t the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
Professional development and support.
Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.
We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state.
Check out our employee perks here!
What You Will Do:
Provide direct cardiovascular care for patients under the direction of cardiovascular surgeons, following established protocols and procedures appropriate to the needs of the age population served.
- Evaluate outcomes, consult with cardiovascular care team members, and adjust plans of care to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Perform delegated cardiovascular medical interventions and procedures per established practice parameters, including endoscopic or open vein harvesting for CABG procedures when credentialed
- Write initial and ongoing assessments, progress notes, orders, and other documentation in the medical record
- Assist cardiovascular surgeons with examinations, intraoperative procedures, and postoperative care
- Order and interpret laboratory, respiratory, and radiology data for incorporation into the cardiovascular medical record
- Demonstrate competent clinical skills and judgment when assisting in stabilization and management of cardiovascular patients
- Assess and evaluate cardiovascular histories and develop, coordinate, implement, evaluate, and revise plans of care
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate in cardiovascular care planning
- Provide teaching and information to patients and families related to cardiovascular procedures and recovery
- Collaborate with all members of the cardiovascular team to meet learning needs and conduct discharge planning
- Utilize internal and external resources to resolve and assist in managing cardiovascular patient needs
- Serve as a liaison and resource person for staff and the community regarding cardiovascular care
- Perform other duties as assigned
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.
With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including cardiovascular, internal and family medicine, and specialty care.
Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your cardiovascular surgery career with us.