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, research projects, precepting, and adherence to professional standards.
Benefits
CME Reimbursement, Generous PTO, Relocation Assistance, Career Growth & Stability, Rich Quality of Life, Supportive & Collaborative Environment.
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.'