Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant - St. Louis, MO | High-Acuity Cardiac Stepdown
Join a leading facility in St. Louis, MO, as a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant. Enjoy a competitive hourly pay of $156, a flexible schedule with 12-hour day shifts, and comprehensive medical benefits. Be part of a dedicated team managing complex adult cardiac surgery patients in a high-acuity, growth-oriented environment—apply today and start on 09/12/2026!
Quick Facts- Location: 3635 Vista Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
- Start Date: 09/12/2026
- End Date: 03/13/2027
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts (06:00 - 18:30)
- Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
- Employment Type: Contract
- License/Certs: Active State License, BLS, ACLS
- Experience: Minimum 2 years, trauma Level I experience required
Pay & Benefits- Hourly Rate: $156.00 per hour
- Pay Package includes: Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2)
- Paid sick time
- Robust referral bonus program
- Licensure, certification, travel and other reimbursements (when applicable)
- 24/7 dedicated team support throughout your assignment
What You’ll Do- Provide advanced inpatient management of adult cardiac surgery patients, including CABG, valve repairs/replacements, and aortic surgeries
- Support clinical rounds with the cardiac surgeon and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team
- Manage patient admissions, discharges, and daily assessments
- Perform procedures such as chest tube removal, pacemaker management, and wound care
- Monitor and treat arrhythmias, electrolyte disturbances, and infections
- Recognize clinical deterioration and escalate care accordingly
- Document comprehensive patient care using EPIC EMR and Sectra PACS system
- Support high-acuity patient care in a stepdown environment
What You Need- Valid State License and Board Certification as an NP/PA
- 2+ years’ experience in cardiac surgery or trauma Level I environment
- Proficiency in managing complex cardiac patients and performing relevant procedures
- Strong communication, professionalism, and critical thinking skills
About the AssignmentThis role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to work in a high-acuity Cardiac Surgery Stepdown unit at a leading hospital in St. Louis, MO. You will be integral to the care team, managing complex perioperative patients and collaborating closely with surgeons and staff to deliver exceptional cardiac care.
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