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Posted July 03, 2026

Surgery - General Physician Assistant

WellSpan Health
York, Pennsylvania 17401, United States Full-Time
Reference: 3129015938

General Summary

In collaboration with the physician, provides diagnosis and treatment of patients within the scope of practice as defined by all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, protocols, etc. and within the individual Advanced Practice Provider's (APP) particular clinical specialty area, licensure, and competency level.

Advanced Practice Provider

Cardiac Surgery - WellSpan York Hospital

WellSpan Health?s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,700 employed providers, more than 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.

Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region?s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

What you can expect at your practice:

  • Full-time Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant supporting cardiac surgery services at WellSpan York Hospital.
  • Join a collaborative team of five experienced mid-level providers (combined 30 years of experience) and four cardiac surgeons.
  • Schedule: Monday?Friday, four 10-hour shifts.
  • Call: One night per week (phone) and one weekend per month. Weekend rounding: 6:00 a.m.?12:00 p.m., then on-call (phone) for the remainder of the weekend. Call is taken from home; includes floor calls and hospital visits for emergencies.
  • Balance surgical cases across two ORs while managing consults and inpatient care.
  • Conduct consults, patient rounds, and comprehensive assessments.
  • Care for post-op cardiac floor patients and ICU cases; complete discharges.
  • Handle documentation and in-basket tasks.
  • Qualifications:
    • Acute Care NP or PA required.
    • Surgical First Assist Certification not required.
    • Experience in cardiac surgery setting required; no new graduates considered.
    • Must live within 40 minutes of WellSpan York Hospital.

Our Total Rewards package includes:

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Short-te Qualifications

    Minimum Education:
    • Masters Degree For Nurse Practitioner. Required or
    • Bachelors Degree For Physician Assistant. Required
    • Masters Degree For Physician Assistant. Preferred
    Work Experience:
    • 1 year Relevant experience. Required
    Licenses:
    • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire Required or
    • Licensed Physician Assistant Upon Hire Required and
    • Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required or
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required
    Courses and Training:
    • BLS and/or ACLS as appropriate for the clinical role. Upon Hire Required and
    • Nurse Practitioner - Completion of an accredited program for nurse practitioners and appropriate clinical specialty certification. Upon Hire Required or
    • Physician Assistant - Graduate of accredited physician assistant program. Upon Hire Required

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