Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Location:
Syracuse, NY

Syracuse offers a vibrant urban experience with rich cultural attractions, diverse dining options, and four distinct seasons. As the economic and educational hub of Central New York, it provides excellent career opportunities while maintaining a reasonable cost of living and easy access to the beautiful Finger Lakes region.

Facility:
This prestigious health facility is a leading provider of cardiac and cardiovascular care in Central New York. The hospital features advanced cardiac surgical facilities, a Level 2 trauma designation, and utilizes the Epic EMR system, ensuring seamless patient care coordination across departments.

Opportunity:
Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiovascular

Job Details:

• Locum assignment from 2/1/26-5/1/26 to cover paternity leave
• Monday through Friday schedule ()
• Primary responsibilities include operating room duties with some ICU/floor coverage
• Perform chest tube insertions
• Assist with retrieval of vascular tissues for use as bypass conduits
• Serve as OR 1st assistant for cardiovascular procedures
• On-call responsibilities 1-2 evenings per week, operating call from home (1/week ratio)
• Work under supervision of Dr. Charles Lutz with adult patient population
• Must have cardiac surgery operating experience including 1st assist and vein harvest
• Robotic experience is a plus
• Must maintain active NY State License with NCCPA certification
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Estimated credentialing timeframe: 1 month
• Facility will reimburse for hotel, flight, and rental car expenses
• Epic EMR system used for documentation

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.