Advancing Transplant Care at Mercy Health in Northwest Ohio Physician Assistant Opportunity

Mercy Health in Toledo, Ohio is launching a new Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery program, expanding access to advanced, life-saving care for patients across northwest Ohio. As this exciting program grows, we are seeking a Physician Assistant who is drawn to collaborative practice, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to help build a service line from its foundation. This role offers the chance to join a developing transplant program and work alongside an experienced, multidisciplinary team caring for patients undergoing solid organ transplantation and complex hepatobiliary surgical procedures. Position Overview As a Physician Assistant, you will provide comprehensive care to transplant and hepatobiliary surgery patients across the continuum of care. This includes involvement in pre-operative evaluation, inpatient management, operative assistance, and post-operative follow-up in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical Responsibilities Participate in pre-transplant and pre-operative evaluations Manage inpatient transplant and hepatobiliary surgery patients, including daily rounds and care coordination Assist in the operating room during transplant and related surgical procedures Provide post-operative management, including monitoring for complications Prescribe and manage medications, including immunosuppressive therapies, in accordance with protocols Order and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory studies Perform bedside procedures within scope of practice Educate patients and families throughout the transplant and surgical care journey Practice Environment This is a full-time position with a balanced mix of inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and operating room responsibilities. As a new program, the role includes structured mentorship and a supportive onboarding process, with increasing autonomy as experience and program volume grow. The team culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and centered on compassionate, patient-focused care. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Current or eligible Physician Assistant licensure in the state of Ohio NCCPA certification BLS and ACLS certification Ability to work independently while collaborating closely within a multidisciplinary team Experience in transplant, hepatobiliary surgery, general surgery, or critical care is welcomed, though motivated candidates with a strong interest in complex surgical care are encouraged to apply. Why choose Mercy Health? Joining Mercy Health means becoming part of a system that values compassionate, faith-based care while empowering providers to bring their best to the communities we serve. Here, you’ll not only build a thriving practice, but also help shape access to care for families across Toledo and beyond. Our mission is to extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus by improving the health and well-being of our communities and bringing good help to those in need. We are committed to delivering exceptional care rooted in dignity, justice, hospitality, excellence, and stewardship. As a ministry of healing, we hold a special focus on serving the poor and underserved, embracing every individual with respect, hope, and heart. Additional Information: - Specialty: - Location: Toledo, Ohio, United States - Contact: About the Company: Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo’s first hospital, offers high-quality health care grounded in compassion and respect. Our physicians, nurses, and caregivers are committed to helping patients achieve wellness in mind, body, and spirit. Through advanced treatments and leading-edge technology, we have been improving lives and making health care easier for the Toledo community since 1885. Awards and Recognition Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center has received the highest level of accreditation in stroke care with The Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Center accreditation. The Diabetes Education Self-Management Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting national standards for diabetes education programs. The medical center has been re-certified at the highest level of trauma care as a Level I Trauma Center, with Mercy Health – Children’s Hospital designated as Level II, by the Committee on Trauma of the American College of Surgeons. Weight Management Solutions and St. Vincent Medical Center received designation from the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Women’s Health Physicians and Midwives were recognized as a best practice by the American College of Nurse-Midwives, achieving the Triple Aim ranking for improving the patient experience and health while reducing patient costs. Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center also received accreditation for its pediatric residency program.