8 days ago

Physician Assistant, Heart & Vascular ICU

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

On Site
Full Time
$130,000
Philadelphia, PA

Job Overview

Job TitlePhysician Assistant, Heart & Vascular ICU
Job TypeFull Time
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary$130,000
LocationPhiladelphia, PA

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Job Description

Advanced Practitioner – Heart & Vascular ICU (HVICU) at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Join one of the Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals in the U.S. and make a significant difference in the Heart and Vascular Intensive Care Unit (HVICU) at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC). This state-of-the-art 20-bed unit delivers world-class care for critically ill patients undergoing complex cardiac and vascular procedures, including coronary artery bypass, valve replacement, and advanced aortic surgeries.

Role Overview: Physician Assistant, Heart & Vascular ICU

As a Full-Time Advanced Practitioner (NP or PA) in the Heart & Vascular ICU, you will play a crucial role, working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team. This team includes intensivists, anesthesia residents, and other advanced practice providers. Your responsibilities will involve managing critically ill patients, many of whom require advanced mechanical support such as Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO). Additionally, you will perform essential invasive procedures, including the insertion of central lines, dialysis catheters, arterial lines, and bronchoscopy.

Why Join Penn Presbyterian Medical Center?

  • Nationally recognized for cardiovascular excellence and patient outcomes.
  • Be part of a high-growth, high-visibility Cardiac Surgery service.
  • Work within a collaborative and innovative environment dedicated to leading-edge care.

Key skills/competency

  • Advanced Practice
  • Critical Care
  • Cardiac Surgery
  • Vascular Procedures
  • Invasive Procedures
  • Patient Management
  • ECMO
  • VAD Management
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Tags:

Physician Assistant
Advanced Practice Provider
Critical Care
Cardiac Surgery
Vascular Surgery
ICU
Intensive Care
Patient Management
Invasive Procedures
ECMO
VADs
Central Lines
Arterial Lines
Bronchoscopy
Dialysis Catheters
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Ventilator Management
Electronic Medical Records
Procedural Skills
Acute Care

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How to Get Hired at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

  • Research Penn Medicine's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
  • Tailor your Physician Assistant resume: Highlight critical care experience, invasive procedure skills, and cardiac/vascular expertise for the HVICU role.
  • Network within Penn Medicine: Connect with current employees or hiring managers on LinkedIn to gain insights and express interest.
  • Prepare for behavioral interviews: Focus on demonstrating teamwork, critical thinking, patient advocacy, and adaptability in high-pressure medical environments.
  • Showcase your clinical expertise: Be ready to discuss complex cardiac cases, your decision-making process, and experience with advanced life support technologies.

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