KALEIDOSCOPE SUPPLY SERVICES LLC
Location
San Francisco, California
Salary
$145 - $165 / HOUR
Serve as a first and second assistant during cardiothoracic surgical cases and provide advanced procedural support for robotic thoracic procedures. Deliver direct patient care and maintain accurate operative documentation within the VA Electronic Health Record.
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with active NCCPA certification and a California PA license. Requires documented experience performing over 100 endoscopic vein harvests and the ability to pass VA credentialing and background checks.
We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant to support surgical services at the San Francisco VA Health Care System. This position plays a critical role in maintaining continuity of cardiothoracic care for Veterans under a federal VA contract.
Kaleidoscope Supply Services supports staffing for this position on behalf of a client company. If selected, you will be employed by the client contractor and will not be a federal or VA employee.
This is a highly specialized, low‑hour, high‑skill role, offering predictable scheduling, no call requirements, and competitive hourly compensation reflective of the San Francisco market and VA credentialing demands.
Serve as first and second assistant during cardiothoracic surgical cases Act as bedside assistant for robotic thoracic procedures Perform endoscopic radial and saphenous vein harvesting Provide advanced procedural support, including: Ultrasound‑guided arterial and venous access Central line placement Swan‑Ganz catheter insertion/removal Chest tube and pigtail insertion/removal Perform cardioversion and pacing wire removal Deliver direct patient care (approximately 99.8% clinical time) Complete operative and procedure documentation in the VA Electronic Health Record (EHR) following each case Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Successful completion of PANCE and active NCCPA certification Current ACLS and BLS certifications Licensure
Active, unrestricted PA license from any U.S. state or territory California PA license required prior to start date, per SFVAHCS privileging requirements Experience
Radial vein harvesting Saphenous vein harvesting VA Credentialing & Compliance
VA credentialing and privileging (VetPro) Background investigation and PIV badge issuance VA‑mandated training (HIPAA/Privacy and Cybersecurity Awareness) Compliance with VA workplace conduct and appearance standards Candidates with prior VA credentialing or VetPro experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Health & Immunization Requirements
Proof of immunity or vaccination for MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Hepatitis B (or surface antigen testing) Annual Influenza vaccination Annual TB screening (PPD or IGRA) Pay, Schedule & Benefits
Hourly pay is for hours worked onsite only, verified by time and attendance No weekends, no call, no paid federal holidays No vacation or personal leave Paid sick leave provided in accordance with Executive Order 13706 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (up to 56 hours annually) Overtime permitted only with written authorization This is a contract‑based, non‑personal services position. No medical, dental, vision, retirement, or holiday benefits are provided beyond federally required sick leave.
Want to support Veterans and federal healthcare delivery without federal employment Prefer part‑time, hourly contract work with predictable scheduling Have strong cardiothoracic surgery and EVH experience Are comfortable working in structured, compliance‑focused clinical environments Why This Role Stands Out
Competitive San Francisco–adjusted hourly pay Extremely limited, predictable hours No call, no weekends Long‑term contract stability Meaningful impact supporting Veteran care
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