Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (per diem)

Hoag Health the top-ranked health system in Orange County CA is seeking a skilled and dedicated Physician Assistant in Thoracic Surgery to join our growing team! This would be a per diem role providing inpatient coverage at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach CA. Hoag is recognized as Orange Countys Highest-Ranked Hospital for Top-Quality Care per US News and World Report (2025-2026). We are seeking dedicated and mission-oriented Physician Assistants dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of patient care. Excellent opportunity to join a reputable and growing program in Orange County CA.

Details:

• Schedule: Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays)
• Hours: 7:00am 4:00pm
• Location: Hoag Hospital - Newport Beach CA
• Team: Thoracic Surgeons Cardiac Surgeons General Surgeons HPB Surgeons Surgical Physician Assistants
• Duties: Perform Patient rounds collaboration and communication with providers on service as well as nursing staff to perform patient care set up follow up for patients upon discharge or post operatively. Collaborate with thoracic surgery team to ensure high-quality care. Assist (if necessary) in performing surgical procedures including pre-operative and post-operative care.

Requirements:

• Completion of a Physician Assistant program from an ACGME accredited program in surgery is required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Thoracic Surgery or Cardiac Surgery PA required
• Must have or be eligible for California State Physician Assistant licensure
• Well versed in the surgical and medical management of thoracic and/or cardiac surgery procedures and conditions
• A passion for providing excellent clinical care and excellent communication skills and interest in working in a collaborative / team-oriented environment are a must.
• Ability to provide inpatient support on weekends
• Ability to achieve full and unrestricted hospital privileges at Hoag Hospital

Hoag Health:

Hoag is a nonprofit regional health care delivery system in Orange County California. Delivering world-class comprehensive personalized care Hoag consists of 1800 top physicians 20 urgent care facilities 27 health & wellness centers and two award-winning hospitals. Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services that includes seven institutes providing specialized services in the following areas: cancer digestive health heart and vascular neurosciences spine womens health and orthopedics through Hoags affiliate Hoag Orthopedic Institute which consists of an orthopedic hospital and four ambulatory surgical centers. Hoag is the highest ranked hospital in Orange County by U.S. News & World Report and the only OC hospital ranked in the Top 10 in California as well as a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). For more information visit .

Contact:

Steven Yi

Physician Consultant