Job Summary
Job Description
Seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join an established PA and NP team cardiothoracic team.
• Department consists of four physicians and 8 advanced care providers.
• Currently perform 800 surgeries and see approximately 2,000 outpatients annually.
• Cardiac includes: aortic reconstruction, CABG, valves, TAVR/TEVAR, esophagus and thoracic
• The available position (s) are 1) non- operative (floor, ICU) and, 2) operative responsibilities include endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting all surgical procedures
• Additional responsibilities: preoperative patient evaluation, ICU and floor care, central line placement, chest tube placement and management in the outpatient setting.
• Qualified candidates will have at least two years of experience with cardiothoracic surgical services or in a surgical ICU.
• Prior first assistant experience, including strong endoscopic vein harvesting skills, is required.
• Established and experienced PA and NP team with no associated residency program.
• Successful candidates must be proficient in all aspects of first assisting for major cardiac surgical procedures, endoscopic and open vein harvesting, radial artery harvesting, post-operative patient management and have proven leadership skills and/or experience with a high volume CT surgery program.