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CT Surgery PA

West Islip, NY · On-site

$74.66 - $93/hr

Job Details CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY PA POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data ...

Catholic Health

CT Surgery PA

West Islip, NY

$74.67 - $93/hr

Job Details CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY PA POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data ...

Catholic Health

CT Surgery PA

West Islip, NY · On-site

$74.67 - $93/hr

Job Details CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY PA POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data ...

Catholic Health

CT Surgery PA

West Islip, NY · On-site

$74.67 - $93/hr

Job Details CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY PA POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data ...

Catholic Health

CT Surgery PA

West Islip, NY · On-site

$74.67 - $93/hr

Job Details CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY PA POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for cardiothoracic surgery pa in the United States is $226,097.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $174,500.00 and $270,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cardiothoracic Surgery Pa vs Cardiovascular Technologist?

AspectCardiothoracic Surgery PaCardiovascular Technologist
CredentialsPA certification, surgical assisting trainingCertification in cardiovascular technology (e.g., RCES)
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, surgical teamsCardiac catheter labs, diagnostic labs
Employer & IndustryHospitals, surgical centersHospitals, diagnostic labs

While both roles work within cardiac care, Cardiothoracic Surgery PAs assist in surgeries and patient management, whereas Cardiovascular Technologists focus on diagnostic procedures and testing. They complement each other but have distinct responsibilities and training paths.

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Infographic showing various Cardiothoracic Surgery Pa job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $226,097 per year, or $108.7 per hour.

Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Roslyn, NY • On-site

Catholic Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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$74.68 - $93/hr

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CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY - PA
POSITION SUMMARY: Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery patient management. The Physician Assistant (PA) performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional evaluations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, and provides direct patient care services, as well as Clinical Support for the Cardiothoracic Surgery Service Line initiatives in collaboration with CHSLI affiliated provider groups.
This position reports to the Cardiothoracic Surgery Coordinator.
POSTION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education:
  • PA must be a graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Master's preferred - Will consider new grad with relevant PA electives or clinical background
  • Licensure/Certification:
  • New York State PA license required
  • PA must have current NCCPA certification
  • Must be BLS/ACLS/AED Certified by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. No other organizations will be acceptable
  • DEA license required

  • Skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Experience:
  • Previous Cardiothoracic Surgery preferred
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook Email required.
  • Familiarity with Electronic Health Records

  • Physical Demands:
  • Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

CARDIOTHORACIC PA PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Will function as a first or second assistant under the direction of the surgeon during all major and minor Cardiothoracic surgical procedures (when competencies are met)
  • Will harvest and prepare saphenous veins suitable for coronary artery bypass grafting (when competencies are met)
  • Will be on-call at assigned times to be available to assist the attending surgeons in urgent or emergency surgical procedures at hours other than the usual working hours
  • Will assist in the necessary preparation prior to surgery
  • Participate with respect to all Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery patients, including the performance of H&Ps, the ordering of additional tests if indicated and the review of all PAT results, notifying the attending surgeon of all abnormal results
  • Write appropriate admission orders on all patients being admitted to the Cardiothoracic Surgery service
  • Assist in providing pre- and post-operative care under the supervision of the surgeon for those patients assigned
  • Write appropriate orders, including those for lab tests, medications, narcotics, stimulants and depressant drugs for patients under the care of the supervising surgeon
  • Write routine pre- and post-operative orders, as necessary, for patient care
  • Perform routine procedures in the pre- and post-operative care of patients as assigned by the responsible attending surgeon
  • Insert catheters, nasogastric tubes, intravenous infusions intra-arterial and urethral catheters
  • Remove jugular, subclavian and arterial lines, Swan-Ganz lines, epicardial pacing wires and mediastinal and pleural chest tubes
  • Perform emergency life-saving procedures in such cases as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage, or similar catastrophes in the absence of a physician
  • Provide training and instructions for students, paramedicals and/or other non-physician professionals associated with the Departments of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
  • Make daily patient rounds, either independently or with the attending surgeon
  • Write appropriate progress notes on patients' charts indicating patient status, treatments and procedures carried out
  • Responsible for notifying the supervising surgeon, as to any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation
  • Write appropriate orders and enter the requisite documentation in the progress notes for the institution and maintenance of physical restraints for patients consistent with current hospital policy and applicable State law
  • Remain in the hospital during regularly scheduled working hours unless excused by the Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery or his/her designee
  • Perform other duties and procedures as required to insure proper care for patients and the functioning of the department in general. The Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery or his designee will assign these additional procedures/duties

Posted Salary Range
USD $74.68 - USD $93.00 /Hr.

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Formed in 1998 under four religious sponsors, Catholic Health in Buffalo, NY is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, nursing homes, home care agencies, physician practices, and other community based ministries. Today, the system has two religious sponsors, the Diocese of Buffalo and the Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph, who carried on its Mission across the Buffalo-Niagara region. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need. Catholic Health is making the largest investment in its history, dedicating more than $100 million in state-of-the- art technology that will connect our hospitals, home care, long-term care, clinician offices, health centers and ancillary services with patients throughout the area. This transformational investment marks a major milestone for our healing ministry, which dates back more than 165 years.

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