Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) – Operating Room

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant (CTPA) to provide surgical and perioperative support within the Operating Room at the San Francisco VA Health Care System.

This role requires a highly skilled PA with advanced cardiothoracic experience, capable of supporting complex surgical procedures and delivering high-quality care to veteran patients.

Schedule 2 days per week 6 hours per day No on-call or off-hours coverage required Standard VA business hours:

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Key Responsibilities Surgical & Clinical Duties Serve as first and second assistant in cardiothoracic surgeries Perform endoscopic vein harvesting (radial and saphenous) Assist with robotic surgical procedures at bedside Conduct procedures including: Central line placement (ultrasound-guided) Chest tube and pigtail insertion/removal Swan-Ganz catheter insertion/removal Removal of pacing wires Cardioversion Patient Care P...