Cardiothoracic OR - Full-Time NP/PA

About the role

This position will support both cases in High Point and Winston-Salem to provide consistent care and support for the surgeons.

Responsibilities

• Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
• Orders and interprets laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Performs procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
• Upholds AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred.
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA.
• APP post-graduate experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery preferred.
• Experience with vein harvesting preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, Master's degree or higher required.
• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license.
• Board certified as an Acute Care Nurse Practice by AANP or ANCC.
• First Assist Certification required.
• APP post-graduate experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery preferred.
• Experience with vein harvesting preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required.

Skills

Medical decision-making skills, diagnostic and therapeutic evaluations/interventions, procedural skills, precepting, and adherence to regulatory mandates.

Benefits

• CME Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year.
• Relocation Assistance: $7,500 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• Career Growth & Stability: Ample opportunities for advancement and stability.
• Rewarding Career: Supported by a consistently high patient volume.
• Rich Quality of Life: Vibrant lifestyle within the Piedmont Triad region.

Pay

$54.90 - $95.20 based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Schedule

Full time, Benefits Eligible Yes, Hours Per Week 40, Schedule Details/Additional Information 'Cardiac OR coverage at Winston-Salem and High Point, cardiac call coverage (including nights and weekends), clinic coverage as needed.'