Nemours Children's Health, Delaware is hiring a Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant. The ideal candidate will perform Physician Assistant duties as defined by the Cardiothoracic Surgeon(s) and work under the supervision of the Cardiothoracic Surgeon in the operating room, office, ambulatory and hospital setting(s) / nursing units. The incumbent will scrub in on cardiac, thoracic, and vascular OR cases as assigned/needed and demonstrate a proactive approach in preparation for each procedure. In addition, the Physician Assistant will function as a first assistant in surgery when assigned by providing adequate assistance, anticipating and showing initiative and surgical skill. The candidate must be able to provide and demonstrate complex surgical skills when assisting in surgery.

Requirements:

• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
• Five years of surgical experience required; pediatric or adult cardiac surgical experience preferred
• Demonstrable experience with clinical procedures
• Current Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Delaware Physician Assistant license
• Delaware Controlled Substance Registration (CSR)
• Federal Drug Enforcement Agency Registration (DEA) with Delaware address
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider (HCP) Certification required

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• The First State is an attractive destination that delivers:
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Wilmington is a beautiful city filled with lights, garden paths, parks, fine dining, and cultural attractions. From the Hagley Museum along the Brandywine River to the Nemours Estate.

Nemours Children's Health is built on the grounds of the magnificent Nemours Estate. The Estate, modeled after Versailles, is meticulously maintained and freely welcomes Nemours employees and visitors.

Nemours offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package, relocation allowance, life insurance, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement plan with employer matching, paid licensure and malpractice fees.