Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - $150,000-$2110,000

Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Compensation: $150,000–$210,000

Join a Premier Cardiothoracic Surgery Team on the South Carolina Coast

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a highly respected, hospital-employed Cardiothoracic Surgery program in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for an APP with a strong surgical background who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while caring for patients throughout the surgical continuum.

The selected provider will work alongside an experienced team of cardiothoracic surgeons, providing comprehensive care from the operating room through postoperative recovery and outpatient follow-up. This role offers a unique combination of first assisting, vein harvesting, inpatient management, and clinic responsibilities.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Hospital-employed position
• Competitive compensation: $150,000–$210,000
• Work alongside an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery team
• First Assist and EVH responsibilities
• Broad mix of operative, inpatient, and outpatient care
• Shared 1:3 call schedule
• Opportunity to work with minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic procedures
• Excellent work-life balance in a coastal community

Position Highlights

• Hospital-employed Cardiothoracic Surgery practice
• Daily operating room participation
• Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• First Assist for cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures
• Inpatient rounding and postoperative management
• Outpatient clinic follow-up
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care team
• Exposure to advanced and minimally invasive surgical techniques

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as First Assist during routine cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures
• Perform Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• Conduct daily inpatient rounds and manage preoperative and postoperative patient care
• Evaluate patients during outpatient follow-up visits
• Collaborate closely with Cardiothoracic Surgeons, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Assist with perioperative planning, patient education, and discharge coordination
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in a shared 1:3 call rotation
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based patient care

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current or eligible South Carolina NP or PA license
• Minimum of 2 years of Cardiothoracic Surgery experience
• Experience with Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• First Assist experience in cardiac and thoracic surgery
• Strong understanding of postoperative management and outpatient follow-up care

Preferred

• Experience with minimally invasive cardiac or thoracic procedures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $150,000–$210,000
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Professional development opportunities

About Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with miles of beautiful beaches, championship golf courses, world-class fishing, outstanding restaurants, and year-round outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, affordable living, excellent schools, and a vibrant community that attracts visitors from around the country while providing an outstanding place to call home.

If you're an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery APP looking to practice at the highest level while enjoying an exceptional quality of life on the South Carolina coast, we'd love to hear from you.