Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiothoracic Surgery OR/First Assist

Sentara Healthcare; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

$3,000 annual CME allowance

$10,000 student loan forgiveness program

Generous PTO

Malpractice and tail coverage

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Surgery team. The role involves caring for cardiac OR and ICU patients, with responsibilities in implementing best practices and participating in quality care initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a background in cardiothoracic surgery and at least two years of relevant advanced practice experience.

Benefits include bonuses, comprehensive coverage, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• At least two years of advanced practice experience in an acute care clinical setting.
• Dedication to high quality care and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for peri-operative cardiothoracic surgery patients in OR and ICU.
• Implement best practices through all phases of care.
• Participate in quality initiatives and patient care outcomes.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery background

Critical care experience

Endoscopic vein harvest experience

Customer service excellence

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant qualification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

# Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiothoracic Surgery OR/First AssistApply Now## Opportunity CriteriaProfessionNurse Practitioner, Physician AssistantSpecialtyCardiothoracic SurgeryLoan RepaymentNot SpecifiedSalary RangeNot SpecifiedEmployment TypeNot SpecifiedBonuses OfferedNegotiable## Job DescriptionThe **Cardiothoracic Surgery (CTS)** Advanced Practice Provider team at Sentara Heart Hospital (SHH) is seeking a full time APP to support our **Cardiac OR and ICU** in **Norfolk, VA**. This role is devoted to the care of the peri-operative CTS patient population in the OR and ICU setting. The CTS OR/ICU APP ensures best practices are implemented for the cardiothoracic surgery patient through all phases of care, pre-operatively through outpatient follow-up. Ongoing, active participation and evaluation of quality care initiatives, improvements, patient care outcomes, and overall effectiveness of the CTS program is required. This is a rotating schedule including call, nights, and weekends.The ideal candidate is one with a dedication for high quality care and excellence in customer service. A cardiothoracic surgery background and at least two years of advanced practice experience in an acute care clinical setting is highly preferred. Critical care and operative background preferred. Preference given to candidates with endoscopic vein harvest experience.**Position Highlights:*** Nationally recognized physicians, superior quality, and innovative technology* **>2300 cardiac procedures per year, including ECMO, thoracic, and heart transplant; no pediatrics*** 23-bed CSICU at 543-bed quaternary care facility for specialized care, offering a multitude of medical and surgical specialties; Level 1 Trauma Center* Practice at the top of your license, serving as first assist in the OR and performing vein harvesting* 100% inpatient responsibilities**Incentives*** $10,000 Commencement Bonus (payable on first paycheck)* $10,000 Retention Bonus ($5,000 paid at end of years 2 and 3)**Benefit Highlights:*** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage* $3,000 annual CME allowance* $5,000 annual quality bonus* $10,000 student loan forgiveness program* Malpractice and tail coverage* Licensing renewals paid* Generous PTO* Epic EMR* PSLF Eligible (non-profit)**Learn More:** https://youtu.be/oWHOX5Q1G8o?si=htMUKrTUDx\_p3tDpOur program has earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) 3-Star Rating the highest quality designation awarded for cardiothoracic surgery programs.Our teams are dedicated to cultivating an environment where every individual feels recognized, appreciated, and supported, enabling them to perform at their best for themselves and our patients. Our Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are essential to this foundation, and we seek to continue to grow their impact and scope of practice throughout our hospitals.## Facility & Address* ###### Sentara Norfolk General Hospital* 600 Gresham Drive Norfolk VA 23507## LinksLanding Page## Contact Information#### Brittany Thompson Physician Recruiter* Phone:[phone]* Email:Click to email#### JR-101253