Cardiac Clinical Director

AP Health; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

$1,500 CME stipend

Generous PTO

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the greater Las Vegas area is seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant to serve as the Clinical Director of Cardiac Surgery. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cardiac surgery, combining surgical responsibilities with operational management. This role offers strong clinical and leadership opportunities, excellent benefits including comprehensive insurance and a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience functioning as a surgical first assist in cardiac surgery.
• 3+ years of leadership experience as a Lead APP, supervisor, or manager in a surgical service line.
• Active BLS and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day coordination of surgical schedules and staffing coverage.
• Function as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room for cardiac procedures.
• Lead initiatives focused on clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Clinical:Function as Surgical First Assistant for cardiac procedures, position patients, and perform EVH as needed.

Skills

Surgical first assist experience

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Board certification by the NCCPA or relevant board

Current Nevada State License

BLS/ACLS certifications

Job description

Overview

AP Health is seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant to serve as the Clinical Director of Cardiac Surgery in the greater Las Vegas area. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in cardiac surgery with strong clinical and leadership expertise. This is a hybrid role that combines surgical first-assist responsibilities with operational and program management duties, offering a unique opportunity to influence both patient care and service line growth within a distinguished team delivering top-tier care.

What You Will Do (Administrative)

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs, assist in interviewing advanced practice providers and clinical staff, and lead onboarding/training initiatives to ensure smooth integration into the surgical team.
• Business Development & Physician Relations: Support service line growth by fostering relationships with referring physicians, participating in outreach efforts, and contributing to strategic planning for expanding surgical volumes and new service offerings.
• Operational Workflow Management: Oversee day-to-day coordination of surgical schedules, staffing coverage, and resource allocation; implement process improvements to maximize OR efficiency and optimize patient flow.
• Program Development & Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on clinical outcomes, compliance, and patient satisfaction.

What You Will Do (Clinical)

• Function as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room for cardiac procedures
• Position and drape patients under the direction of the surgeon
• Perform Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
• Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physicals
• Round on post-op patients in ICU and step-down units
• Participate in a rotating schedule for weekend and night CVOR coverage

What Do You Need

• 10+ years of experience functioning as a surgical first assist in cardiac surgery
• Experience in taking independent call
• 3+ years of leadership experience as a Lead APP, supervisor, or in a managerial role within a surgical service line (preferred)
• Current Nevada State License
• Board certification by the NCCPA (for PAs) or relevant board (for NPs)
• Active BLS and ACLS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A strategic mindset and ability to collaborate across departments

Benefits

• Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Participation in our Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Paid malpractice, state license, and credentialing fees
• Tuition reimbursement
• $1,500 CME stipend + 3 paid CME days
• Generous PTO and a strong commitment to life/work balance