APP - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery in Pinehurst, NC 

FirstHealth of the Carolinas—a thriving, community-based health network serving the mid-Carolinas and a three-time Becker’s Healthcare Top 150 Place to Work—invites an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery PA to join our dynamic, well-established cardiothoracic team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. 

• Advanced cardiac program offers minimally invasive procedures, TAVR, CABG, robotic surgery, lung procedures and more. 
• Four PA team supports three talented surgeons. 
• Responsibilities include first assist, post-op care with ICU management, and clinic. 
• Monday – Friday schedule with 1:4 call. 
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package: 
  • Competitive base salary plus annual retention incentive 
  • Health, life, and disability benefits 
  • 3 retirement savings plans – 401a, 403b with match, 457b 
  • Paid time off plus CME days 
  • CME allowance, reimbursement for DEA and licensure 
  • Wellbeing resources 
  • Free fitness center membership 
  • Paid Parental Leave 
  • Paid malpractice with tail coverage 
  • Relocation stipend 

 About FirstHealth of the Carolinas: 

• Headquartered in Pinehurst, NC, we are a financially stable organization with four hospitals (546 beds), and facilities for inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation, hospice, a palliative care program, home care, community outreach programs, integrated neurosciences, health & fitness centers, primary, concierge, and convenient care practices, a hospitality house, EMS, a philanthropic foundation, and more. 
• Here you will find specialty and subspecialty services and technologies that rival those typically only found in academic institutions and in larger metropolitan areas. 
• We are leading the way with the latest advancements in cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, neonatology, and bariatric surgery. 
• Organizational culture guided by a commitment to patient safety, quality, and performance excellence, as evidenced by some of FH Moore Regional Hospital’s recent achievements: 
• Moore Regional Hospital was tied for #6 Best Hospital in North Carolina in Business North Carolina Magazine’s 2026 rankings, while MRH–Richmond ranked tied for #7 on the “Patient Picks” list. 
• FirstHealth of the Carolinas earned a prestigious three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for excellence in patient care and outcomes in isolated CABG procedures. 
• FirstHealth has been designated an ACS Surgical Quality Partner, reflecting a commitment to high standards in surgical care. 
• Moore Regional Hospital is accredited by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery. 
• FirstHealth is recognized as a Blue Distinction Center+ by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina for Cardiac Care and Bariatric Services, highlighting superior quality and outcomes. 

 About the Community: 

• Pinehurst, located in the heart of NC, is a picturesque community renowned for its unique blend of Southern charm, outdoor recreation, and world-class amenities. 
• Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life … temperate 4-season climate, within reach of urban areas, and consistently ranked among the state’s safest communities. 
• The tri-cities (Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen) have been selected by POLICOM as North Carolina’s #1 strongest Micropolitan for 6 years running. 
• This "Home of American Golf" boasts a collection of legendary golf courses and is now a second home for the USGA. 
• Neighboring Southern Pines – “Horse Country” – is home to first-rate equestrian facilities including state-of-the-art training centers, riding arenas, and boarding stables 

• Must be a graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant program and have NCCPA certification. 
• Two years of CT surgery PA experience preferred. 
• Position-specific knowledge and skills required: 
• Proficient with saphenous vein harvest (open and endoscopic) and tube thoracostomy 
• Management of ventilators and critically ill patients 
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in titrating inotropic and pressor medications 
• Efficient with placement of central lines, arterial lines (femoral, radial), Swan-Ganz catheters, and chest tubes 
• Unrestricted NC Physician Assistant license, NC DEA, and ACLS certification through AHA required. 

For more information contact our in-house Physician Recruitment team at FHPG-recruitment@firsthealth.org.