Cardiothoracic Surgery PA

Cardiothoracic Surgery PA Needed in Dallas, Texas

Methodist Medical Group in Dallas, Texas, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our rapidly growing Cardiothoracic Surgery Program. Collaborate with four skilled surgeons and three physician assistants in a dynamic, high-autonomy practice, delivering comprehensive adult cardiac care, from preoperative assessments and first assisting in the OR to postoperative critical care and outpatient clinic follow-ups. Enjoy a balanced 1 : 3 weekday and 1 : 4 weekend call schedule, you’ll primarily support one lead surgeon at our flagship hospital in Dallas, backed by a supportive APP team.

This position involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, APPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care across the continuum, from pre-operative assessment to post-operative recovery and discharge. The CT Surgery APP will utilize advanced clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills to manage the care of complex surgical patients.

Methodist Medical Group (MMG) in Dallas, Texas, is a leading, multi-specialty physician and advanced practice provider organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. MMG offers a spectrum of medical and surgical specialties including; Primary Care, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Hospital Medicine, Neurological Surgery, OBGYN, Orthopedic Surgery, Transplant Surgery and various other specialty service lines.

With more than 330 employed providers, comprised of physicians and advanced practice providers across seven hospitals and over 90 clinics, MMG is committed to delivering high-quality compassionate care. Our mission at MMG is to improve lives through compassion quality healthcare and be the trusted choice for health and wellness.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Clinical Management :

• Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations for pre-operative and post-operative cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging, ECGs) and make appropriate clinical decisions based on findings
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans for patients, including medication management, wound care, and complication prevention
• Perform and assist with procedures within the scope of practice and privileging, such as chest tube removal, central line removal, wound debridement, and aspirations
• Participate in daily rounds with the surgical team, presenting patient updates, discussing treatment plans, and making recommendations
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, consulting with other specialists as needed
• Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions
• Provide cross-cover for other services as needed

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To Apply :  Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to Jasmine Ramirez. Please include " CT Surgery PA - Dallas " in the subject line.

Contact :

Jasmine Ramirez, Provider Recruiter

jasmineramirez@mhd.com