Physician Assistant, Per Diem, Cardiovascular Surgery, Morristown

Atlantic Health is Seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for Cardiac Surgery in Morristown, New Jersey

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non‑profit healthcare networks, is seeking a per diem Physician Assistant (PA) to join the nationally recognized Cardiac Surgery team at Morristown Medical Center. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to one of the region's premier cardiac programs, which performs more than 1,000 open‑heart procedures each year and holds a prestigious three‑star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Adult Cardiac Surgery Report for excellence in Isolated CABG, CABG/AVR, and Mitral Valve Repair/Replacement.

The Physician Assistant will serve as first assist in the operating room and provide expert care to post‑operative cardiac surgery patients. Proficiency in Endoscopic Vein Harvesting, Open Radial Artery Harvesting, and Femoral Vessel Exposure is required. The PA must also be skilled in procedures including central and arterial line placement, chest tube insertion, and suturing.

• Competitive hourly rate
• Nationally recognized Cardiac Surgery team
• Comprehensive Malpractice Policy
• Voted “Great Place to Work” 16‑years strong!

• Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• National certification from NCCPA
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Surgery experience required
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Atlantic Health System is a leading non‑profit health care system headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey. We provide high‑quality care at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost, and we are committed to the well‑being of our more than 20,000 team members.

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.