We Are Hiring Location: Wichita, Kansas Facility Name: Ascension Via Christi Hospital - St. Francis Schedule: Full-Time CME allowance of $1,500.00 Malpractice coverage with tail What You Will Do Join an established and esteemed Cardiothoracic Surgery team, offering a premier opportunity for a dedicated Physician Assistant to thrive within a high-volume clinical environment backed by an expansive referral infrastructure and comprehensive national health network resources. Join an established team of 3 physicians and 2 APPs Call structure: 1:2 to be 1:3 Practice setting: Surgical/Inpatient Access to top tier surgical equipment and support staff Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration Advanced Collaborative Treatment: In partnership with our surgeons, provide direct, evidence-based treatment and ongoing management for complex acute and chronic cardiothoracic conditions. You will ensure seamless, coordinated care through timely referrals to specialists and community support systems. Specialized Clinical Assessment: Perform comprehensive patient histories, focused physical examinations, and adeptly order, execute, and interpret diagnostic studies crucial for effective cardiothoracic patient management. This includes pre-operative optimization, post-operative surveillance, and dedicated patient education. About the Facility 429-Bed Hospital / Medical Center: The established 429-bed facility serves as an academic teaching hospital affiliated with KU. Trauma Designation: Level I Trauma and Burn Center. Serving a Population: Committed to caring for a growing regional population of over 583,000 residents in the Wichita metro area. Integrated referral network Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system Why Physicians Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative culture Long-term practice stability National network with local autonomy Mission-centered care rooted in service What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Orthopedic Physician Assistant preferred. Education: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred. Work Experience: 1 year of experience preferred. Additional Preferences Proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is strongly preferred. Visa Eligibility None Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr