<p>A well-established cardiothoracic surgery program in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Physician Assistant to join a high-acuity surgical team delivering the full spectrum of cardiac and thoracic operative and perioperative care. The role carries genuine breadth — OR first assist, vein and radial harvesting, ICU management, floor rounding, and consults — making it an ideal fit for a PA who wants to stay clinically engaged across every phase of the surgical episode. Rock Hill sits just outside the Charlotte metro, offering a lower cost of living with immediate access to a major urban center.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base compensation with incentive potential</li> <li>Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail included</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Retirement plan with employer contribution</li> <li>Generous PTO plus paid holidays</li> <li>CME allowance with dedicated paid CME time off</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-scope PA role spanning OR first assist, vein and radial harvesting, ICU management, floor rounding, consults, and perioperative patient management</li> <li>Assist with cardiac and thoracic procedures including CABG, valve surgery, and lung resection</li> <li>Collaborative multidisciplinary environment alongside experienced cardiothoracic surgeons</li> <li>Participation in call rotation</li> <li>Access to modern OR suites equipped with advanced surgical technology</li> <li>Established program with consistent, high-acuity surgical volume</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) required</li> <li>Cardiothoracic surgery experience preferred</li> <li>First assist experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Vein and/or radial harvesting experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Active South Carolina PA license or eligibility to obtain</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rock Hill sits just south of the Charlotte metro, giving residents the advantages of a major city — international airport, professional sports, large employer base — without the cost or congestion. The area offers a lower cost of living than most metros, a wide range of housing options, highly regarded schools, and ready access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and entertainment. For clinicians relocating from larger markets, the lifestyle trade-up is immediate and tangible.</p>