Job Description
Our client, a nationally renowned academic medical center and integrated healthcare delivery system, is currently hiring an experienced and skilled Chief Physician Assistant (PA) to lead the Vascular Surgery PA team in a procedural-focused role. This leadership position balances hands-on patient care with team management and is ideal for a PA who thrives in procedural medicine, inpatient / outpatient vascular care, and leadership. The Chief PA will work a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule (4 / 10s) and play a critical role in advancing vascular care within our institution.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management :
- Supervise, mentor, and manage a team of vascular surgery PAs
- Oversee PA scheduling, onboarding, training, and professional development
- Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, procedural standards, and regulatory guidelines
- Act as a liaison between PAs, vascular surgeons, nursing staff, and administration
- Lead quality improvement initiatives to optimize procedural workflows and patient outcomes
Procedural & Clinical Responsibilities (No OR Time)
Perform a variety of vascular procedures, including but not limited to :Vein and artery harvesting (for grafting procedures)Central and arterial line placementUltrasound-guided vascular access (IVs, arterial / venous catheters)Wound care, debridement, and complex dressing managementSclerotherapy and other venous interventionsSuture / staple removal and drain managementConduct patient evaluations, history & physical exams, and follow-up visitsManage pre- and post-procedure patient care for vascular patientsOrder and interpret vascular imaging (ultrasound, CT angiography, MRI) and lab resultsEducate patients on vascular conditions, procedural interventions, and lifestyle modificationsWork closely with vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plansParticipate in inpatient rounds, case discussions, and multidisciplinary meetingsQualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant programCertified (PA-C) and licensed (or eligible) in [State]Minimum 4+ years of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, or procedural-based experience preferredPrevious leadership or chief PA experience strongly preferredExpertise in vascular access, wound care, and procedural medicineAbility to lead a team, optimize procedural workflows, and improve patient outcomesStrong communication, organizational, and decision-making skillsSchedule & Benefits
4-day, 10-hour shifts (4 / 10s schedule) Enjoy a better work-life balance!No OR responsibilities Focus on procedural-based vascular care and leadershipCompetitive salary and leadership stipendComprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, CME allowance, malpractice coverage)Professional growth opportunities within a top-tier vascular surgery programIf youre an experienced PA leader looking for a procedural-based vascular role with a 4-day workweek and no OR time, wed love to hear from you!
Salary : The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.