Physician Associate or Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Cardiovascular Surgery ICU Day/Night
About the role
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME is recruiting a Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) with 3–5 years of critical care experience to provide coverage for cardiac patients primarily in an adult ICU setting.
You will join a comprehensive Cardiac Surgery Program consisting of 6 cardiac surgeons and 25 PAs/NPs performing up to 1,400 cases annually. This role offers a broad scope of practice within an exciting, high-autonomy environment supported by cardiac surgeons and cardiovascular critical care intensivists.
Cardiac surgery at Maine Medical Center is at the forefront of minimally invasive valve platforms such as TAVR, as well as advanced heart failure treatments including ECMO and VADs. The primary focus is managing postoperative cardiac surgery patients in the CTICU, with occasional coverage of step-down and intermediate care units as needed. This is an inpatient-only position with the goal of full privileges to perform bedside procedures independently.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3–5 years of critical care experience, preferentially in a cardiac surgery setting
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
- Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
- Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure
- Current ACLS and BLS certification
Pay
The pay range for this position is $136,536 to $176,694 annually, based on the candidate’s level of experience.
Benefits
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, and career growth opportunities.