Emory Healthcare APP Fellowship, Cardio Thoracic Surgery - Spring 2027

About the Role

Within the limits of licensure, functions at the highest level of autonomy providing the highest acuity of care under a supervising cardiothoracic surgeon. Examines, evaluates, and treats patients with all ASA levels of medical acuity who require all degrees of invasive and interventional procedures. Performs cross-functional responsibilities, often simultaneously, in the operating room, ICU, step-down unit, and outpatient areas. Handles full rotation of care where providers perform pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care/procedures.

• Proficient in central line placement, Swan-Ganz insertion, chest tube insertion, thoracentesis, intra-aortic balloon insertion and removal, all intraoperative conduit harvest, chest closure, and first and second assisting in all types of cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures.
• Educates patients and families on risks, outcomes, and health maintenance.
• May be required to provide clinical coverage to any of 5 hospital sites performing adult cardiothoracic surgery.

Requirements

• Graduation from a nationally certified and accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Current licensure or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the state of Georgia.

Physical Requirements

(Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly).

• Lifting 50 lbs max.
• Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional to frequent standing & walking.
• Occasional sitting.
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

• Blood-borne pathogen exposure.
• Bio-hazardous waste.
• Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors.
• Communicable diseases.
• Electrical shock.
• Floor Surfaces.
• Hot/Cold Temperatures.
• Indoor/Outdoor conditions.
• Latex.
• Lighting.
• Patient care/handling injuries.
• Radiation.
• Shift work.
• Travel may be required.
• Use of personal protective equipment.

Application deadline is October 1st, 2026, 10:00 AM.