Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Job Title: Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: $ - $

EASTERN IOWA – Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant opening. Join an award-winning 445-bed hospital in the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City Corridor. The Cedar Rapids-Iowa City Corridor is the #1 region for healthcare in the state of Iowa.

• Cardiothoracic Surgery PA opportunity: Required Experience: first assist in the OR, endoscopic vein harvesting, and pre/post-op consults
• Work within a highly collegial and supportive Cardiothoracic Surgery team that is committed to excellence
• This CTS program was recently recognized for earning the 3-star STS rating
  • Less than 10 percent of open heart programs in the U.S. earn this STS three-star distinction
• The program was also recognized as one of the nation’s Top 50 cardiovascular hospitals by Fortune and IBM Watson Health (only hospital to earn this ranking in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor)
• Monday–Friday schedule with very light call schedule
• Compensation ranges up to $225,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Sign-on bonus and relocation stipend provided
• Comprehensive benefits package

• An eclectic mid-sized city with a metro population of 455,000 people
• This inviting community is a wonderful place for providers to live, work, and raise a family
• Low cost of living and safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
• Iowa is ranked #12 for best education and school systems in the U.S.
• Iowa is ranked #6 best state to practice medicine
• Plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy—hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, golfing, and more
• A thriving arts and cultural scene with events and activities throughout the year
• Eastern Iowa Airport is widely regarded as one of the best regional airports in the U.S.

The second largest city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids sits adjacent to the Cedar River and lies just north of Iowa City. The city has become known for its arts amenities, museums, and a vibrant live-performance scene.

Comprehensive benefits package

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