Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant High-Autonomy Role Dallas Fort Worth MetroTake the next step in your cardiothoracic surgery career with a high-performing surgical team in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant with EVH expertise to join a dynamic adult cardiac program working alongside 4 experienced surgeons and 3 PAs at a flagship hospital. This role offers true full-spectrum cardiac care pre-op, first assist, ICU management, and outpatient follow-up with strong autonomy and direct collaboration with a lead surgeon.
Position Highlights:- First assist in the OR with Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH)
- Manage pre-operative, post-operative, ICU, and step-down care
- Mix of inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic follow-upPerform bedside procedures (chest tube removal, line removal, wound care)
- Focused support of one lead surgeon
- Shared call schedule: 1:3 weekday call / 1:4 weekend call
- Active involvement in discharge planning, patient education, and quality initiatives
- Collaborative multidisciplinary cardiac team environment
Perks & Benefits:- Competitive base salary + RVU incentives + quality bonus
- Balanced call rotation with strong team support
- Full medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefitsCME support and professional development opportunities
- Stable, well-resourced hospital environment
- Long-term growth potential within a major cardiac program
Qualifications:- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Active NCCPA certification
- Minimum 1 years of EVH experience (required)2 3 years of cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, or surgical experienceBLS, ACLS, and active DEAStrong clinical judgment managing complex surgical patients
- Comfortable practicing with autonomy in a high-acuity setting
- Why Dallas Fort Worth?
- The DFW metroplex offers big-city opportunity with no state income tax, strong schools, professional sports, world-class dining, and major airport access. Whether you prefer urban living or suburban space, the area provides unmatched career opportunity paired with exceptional lifestyle flexibility.
- If you're an experienced CT Surgery PA looking for high autonomy, strong compensation, and a respected surgical team, this is a role worth exploring.
- Contact Aaron Higgins directly at or email for a confidential discussion.
