Cardiac Surgery First Assist APP – Inpatient ICU|CME & PTO

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

CME

PTO

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist to join our inpatient team in Cincinnati, OH. The role includes 1:5 call, weekend coverage, and rotations in OR and ICU with a team of 7 cardiac surgeons and 10 APPs.

Required NCCPA, BLS/ACLS, and state licensure. First Assist certification is expected, with preference for EVH experience and strong CABG/valve skills.

Qualifications

• Current NCCPA credential required.
• BLS required and ACLS certification.
• Ohio Board of Nursing license for NP path or applicable state medical board for PA path.
• First Assist certification required for NP or PA track.

Responsibilities

• Assist attending surgeons as first or second assistant in cardiac operations.
• Participate in OR procedures including aseptic technique, vessel handling and closures.
• Support daily ICU rounds and management of complex postoperative cardiac patients.
• Involve with CVICU procedures and early postoperative care as needed.
• Share 1:5 call rotation with weekend coverage.

Skills

First assist

CABG experience

Valve surgery

Aortic surgery

ICU rounds

ECMO familiarity

EVH

Central lines

Intraoperative techniques

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant

NCCPA certification

Ohio PA license

First Assist certification (NP path)

Tools

N/A

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist to join our inpatient team in Cincinnati, OH. The role includes 1:5 call, weekend coverage, and rotations in OR and ICU with a team of 7 cardiac surgeons and 10 APPs.

Required NCCPA, BLS/ACLS, and state licensure. First Assist certification is expected, with preference for EVH experience and strong CABG/valve skills.