Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Practitioner - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Sacbar; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a skilled CT Surgery APP to join a team of 2 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers. The ideal candidate is a PA-C or NP-C with RNFA certification, OR experience, and EVH competency, prepared to work in a high‑performing cardiac surgery setting.

The role includes running OR cases as first or second assistant, preoperative workups, postoperative follow‑ups, and peri‑procedural management across clinic, ICU and step-down units,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited college.
• Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA).
• Physician Assistant State Licensure, BLS, and DEA credentials.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a First or Second assistant during cardiac surgeries.
• Assist the surgeon with positioning, draping, suturing, and tissue handling.
• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Assist with OR setup and breakdown.
• Support surgeon during minimally invasive procedures.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure safe, efficient procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• See patients independently and in outpatient clinics; handle preoperative workups and postoperative care.

Skills

Cardiac surgical skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above

Graduate of PA program (accredited)

Tools

EVH experience

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced CT Surgery APP to join our dynamic team of 2 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers. Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is a 167 Bed Hospital with a closed ICU, and coverage by in-house intensivists. The ideal candidate is an experienced PA-C or NP-C with RNFA certification, has experience in the operating room, inpatient and outpatient clinical settings, and EVH competency. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care in a team environment.

The incoming APP can anticipate a mix of cardiac surgical OR, outpatient clinic, ICU and Step-Down Unit support, and peri-procedural management TAVR patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a First or Second assistant during cardiac surgeries.
• Assist the surgeon with positioning and draping of the patient, as well as suturing and tissue handling.
• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of operating room before and after surgeries.
• Support the surgeon during minimally invasive procedures.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure the safe and efficient completion of surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• See patients independently and alongside surgeons in outpatient clinics, and assume responsibility for all preoperative workups for surgical patients. See postoperative patients in clinics with the potential for wound care and debridement.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Starting schedule: 4-5 day work week during onboarding. Split between clinic, inpatient, OR at manager’s discretion, based on training needs.
  Schedule is typically six 12-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift per 2-week pay period; eligibility, and timing of schedule change to be determined at manager’s discretion.
• 24/7 call is split evenly amongst the team. Typically, team members are eligible for call after 3-6 months’ probationary period with demonstrated ability to operate with all surgeons and endoscopic vein harvest competence.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in operating room and clinical settings.
• Prior experience as a First or Second Assistant is essential and EVH experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited college or university. Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (Note: PAs hired prior to July 1, 2012 are not subject to this educational requirement).
• Physician Assistant State Licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Required Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and surgical skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a surgical team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and infection control protocols.
• Attention to detail and ability to thrive in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing schedules.