Cardiac Surgery APP - Elizabeth Surgery (Charlotte)

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employed position

Medical & retirement benefits

CME allowance

Epic EHR system

Malpractice coverage

Work‑life balance

Job summary

Novant Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Institute – Cardiac Surgery in Charlotte is seeking an experienced Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Provider to join our collaborative team. You will work closely with cardiac surgeons and multidisciplinary care teams to deliver high‑quality perioperative and postoperative care for cardiac surgery patients.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of APP experience in cardiothoracic settings, with vein harvesting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and graduate of an NCCPA-accredited PA or NP program.
• 1–3 years as a Surgical Advanced Practice Provider; RNFA for NP candidates may be required.
• Current PA license; NCCPA certification and DEA registry; ACLS if infusion center or cardiac specialty.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient experience in every dimension, every time.
• Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate perioperative and postoperative care.
• Uphold patient safety principles and first do no harm in all clinical activities.
• Work hours 8–5, Monday to Friday; call responsibilities include one night per week and one weekend per month.
• Support at locations such as Presbyterian Medical Center; no travel required.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Master's degree

NCCPA-accredited PA/NP program

Job description

What We Offer

Are you ready to join a remarkable team where exceptional care meets exceptional service every patient, every time?

Novant Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Institute – Cardiac Surgery is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Charlotte Region team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside a collaborative and nationally recognized cardiothoracic surgery program dedicated to delivering advanced, patient-centered cardiovascular care.

The ideal candidate will bring prior cardiothoracic surgery experience, including experience with endoscopic and/or open vein harvesting, and a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate patient care. We are seeking a hardworking, dependable APP who thrives in a fast‑paced surgical environment and is passionate about improving patient outcomes across the continuum of cardiac surgical care.

In this role, you will work closely with our cardiac surgeons and multidisciplinary care teams to provide high-quality perioperative and postoperative care for cardiac surgery patients. Responsibilities include inpatient management, surgical first assist responsibilities, vein harvesting, and coordination of care throughout the patient journey.

At Novant Health, you will join a mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth while offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well‑being.

Novant Health Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• NH Medical Group employed position
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits
• CME allowance
• System-wide Epic EHR
• Malpractice coverage
• Strong focus on work‑life balance

Why Novant Health Medical Group?

• One of the largest medical groups in the nation
• Physician‑led and physician‑driven organization
• APP Council focused on APP engagement, growth, and clinical excellence
• ODYSSEY onboarding and professional development program for physicians and APPs
• Resiliency and wellness initiatives designed to prevent burnout
• Nationally recognized, community-based, non‑profit healthcare system known for advanced patient care

What Does It Mean to Be Part of Novant Health?

At Novant Health, patient-centered care is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a seamless healthcare experience while building meaningful relationships with our patients and communities.

Novant Health is an integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient facilities, and hospitals serving communities throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Our network includes more than 1,800 physicians and over 35,000 team members across nearly 800 locations, including 15 hospitals.

Novant Health has been recognized nationally for diversity, workplace excellence, and community impact, including recognition by Forbes and the Disability Equality Index.

At Novant Health, diversity and inclusion are core values. By embracing the strengths and talents of every team member, we create a stronger organization capable of delivering remarkable care to our patients, families, and communities.

Join us, and let’s transform healthcare together.

#MakeHealthcareRemarkable #NHMGAPPs

What You’ll Do

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters teamwork, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".
• Hours: 8-5p Mon-Fri.
  Call responsibilities include one night/week and one weekend/month
• Supporting Locations: Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. No travel required.

What We’re Looking For

Education: Master's Degree Required.Graduate of an NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program required.

Experience: One to three years of experience as a Surgical Advanced Practice Provider required and one to three years of endoscopic vein harvesting experience preferred.RNFA required for NP candidates.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current PA license in appropriate state Required.NCCPA Certification and current DEA registry Required.ACLS (if infusion center or cardiac specialty) Required.

Additional Skills Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Ability to work with management team and physicians; demonstrated customer service skills, interpersonal skills and communication skills.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.