Physician Assistant CVOR (PA)

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Job Description Summary

Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.

At VHC Health, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and growth. You will work alongside highly skilled professionals in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Your voice is heard, and your contributions make a real impact. With state-of-the-art facilities, expanding specialty services, and strong community partnerships, VHC Health offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career while making a difference in the lives of patients and the community we serve.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Cardiovascular Physician Assistant, First Assist (CV PA FA) is a highly skilled clinician who has received didactic and clinical training to function in the peri-operative environment, including, intra-operative first assisting. In the absence of a doctor, the CV PA FA exercises autonomy in medical decision-making. All PAs work under the ultimate supervision of a licensed physician, who is responsible for all decisions made regarding patient care.

Education:

• Graduation from a physician assisting program is required.

Experience:

• Two years of clinical experience is required.
• One year as a Cardiovascular First Assist is required.
• One year as a Physician Assistant is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
• Certification through NCCPA-Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery is preferred.
• ACLS certification required.