Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (New Graduates Review Requirements)

About the Team

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, is a 440-bed tertiary care and referral center serving South Central Wisconsin since 1912. Recognized as one of the best hospitals in the state by U.S. News & World Report and named a Top Hospital by Forbes, the facility is an ACS Level II Trauma Center and a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center.

The Cardiothoracic Surgery program is one of the largest in Wisconsin, performing approximately 600 cardiac and 50-75 thoracic procedures annually, alongside 150 TAVR cases. The team is distinguished by unmatched regional robotic surgery capabilities, offering robotic cardiac and thoracic services at a national level. The program performs the full gamut of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery, including CABG, valve surgery, aortic aneurysms, pulmonary resections, and decortications.

SSM Health St. Mary's is part of a larger network comprising seven hospitals in the Wisconsin Region and four affiliate hospitals. The organization fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth, encouraging clinicians to advance medicine while upholding a "heartful heritage of healing."

About the Role

SSM Health-Dean Medical Group is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join an established team at the hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work independently alongside cardiothoracic surgeons in a high-volume, technologically advanced environment.

The position involves a dynamic mix of operating room duties and inpatient care. You will assist in both endoscopic and open vein and radial artery harvesting procedures. Beyond the OR, you will provide patient care on the Cardiothoracic Surgery in-patient unit. The role includes night call responsibilities for both floor patients and the OR, with a schedule anticipated at one in six for each. Weekend duties typically involve rounds followed by call from home for the OR. While the primary focus is surgical support, the role also includes rare outpatient clinic care.

Location and Community

Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the city blends natural beauty with urban life, fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Residents enjoy an award-winning food scene, expansive park systems, and a strong commitment to sustainability. Whether savoring local flavors or enjoying live music, the city offers a welcoming and dynamic environment.

Equal Opportunity

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law.

How to Apply

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