Clinic-focused Cardiothoracic Surgery APP

About the Role

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their premier Cardiothoracic Surgery practice in Gainesville, Florida. This role involves working with an experienced team of cardiothoracic surgeons and advanced practice providers (APPs) to care for perioperative cardiothoracic surgery patients.

• Provide right-hand support to physicians in the outpatient clinic
• Manage intermediate care of cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Handle consultations, surgery scheduling, and outpatient clinical responsibilities
• Independently examine, diagnose, order diagnostic studies, and treat patients in the outpatient clinic setting

Schedule: Monday through Friday. New graduates are welcome.

Benefits

Employed opportunity through HCA Physician Services Group offering:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive and flexible benefits program
• Paid time off (PTO) and continuing medical education (CME) time/allowance
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Strong support system

About the Organization

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital operates a 613-bed system across two campuses and three freestanding emergency departments. Key highlights include:

• 523-bed, full-service acute care facility with over 50 years of service
• 90-bed, full-service HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital with a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit
• Multi-year recipient of 3-Star Rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) procedures
• Named among Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2024 and awarded the 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™
• Robust Robotic Program with 5 da Vinci Xi Robots and a brand new da Vinci 5 robot
• Accreditations as a Chest Pain Center, DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and National Accreditation Program for Breast Cancers (NAPBC)
• Certified as a Key Top-Quality Performer by the Joint Commission
• Evolving Graduate Medical Education Program supporting future healthcare professionals

About the Location

Gainesville, nestled in North Central Florida, is known for its historic preservation, vibrant art scene, cultural diversity, and natural beauty, including springs, lakes, outdoor parks, and museums. The city offers:

• Convenient proximity to both coasts, providing easy access to sandy beaches and Florida’s renowned attractions
• Recognition as one of Florida’s most livable cities, blending small-town charm with innovative urban amenities