Cardiothoracic Surgery NPs and PAs — ready to work closely with an experienced cardiovascular surgery team?
Job at a glance
Job description
A hospital in Mishawaka is seeking an experienced NP or PA with Cardiothoracic Surgery experience for a locum opportunity focused on OR support and first assist duties.
🩺 Position: NP / PA – Cardiothoracic Surgery (1st Assist)
📍 Location: Mishawaka
🏥 Practice Type: Hospital-Based Cardiothoracic Surgery Program
What makes this opportunity exciting
• OR-focused role with 1st assist responsibilities
• Perform vein and artery harvesting using the Maquet system
• Provide inpatient rounding followed by surgical assistance in the OR
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care
• Perform procedures including chest tube removal, pacing wire removal, and wound care
• Assist with cardiac rehabilitation coordination and patient recovery planning
• Collaborate with cardiovascular surgeons, APPs, nursing teams, respiratory therapists, and cardiac rehab staff
• Work in a multidisciplinary cardiovascular surgery environment
💻 EMR: Epic
Schedule & Practice Details
• OR-only role (1st assist)
• Call coverage for OR only with callback if needed
• Typical day includes hospital rounding followed by OR time
• Average patient volume:
• 10 outpatient
• 5–8 inpatient
Key Clinical Responsibilities
• Assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures
• Perform vein harvesting and surgical first assist duties
• Conduct pre-operative physical exams and patient assessments
• Write prescriptions, order tests, and coordinate treatment plans
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations
• Complete discharge summaries and clinical documentation
• Participate in multidisciplinary communication and care planning
• Respond to emergencies using CPR and ACLS protocols
Candidate Requirements
✔ NP or PA with Cardiothoracic Surgery experience
✔ Indiana license required at time of submission
✔ Experience in Maquet vein harvesting – REQUIRED
✔ Must be able to perform 1st assist duties
✔ NCCPA certification (PA) or AANP certification (NP)
✔ Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required
✔ Recent NPDB Self-Query report required at submission
✔ Local candidates within driving distance highly preferred
✔ New graduates will not be considered
Why Mishawaka, IN?
Mishawaka offers a welcoming Midwest community with access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and proximity to larger cities such as South Bend and Chicago, providing both lifestyle balance and professional opportunity.
📩 Interested in learning more about this opportunity?
We’d be happy to connect and discuss the position details and availability.