Cardiac Surgery PA/NP

Dignity Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice tail coverage

Retirement plan with match

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Group is seeking a Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (RNFA) to support cardiothoracic teams in Phoenix, AZ. You will help manage high-acuity patients and oversee transitions from OR to outpatient care, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

The role requires AZ PA licensure or NP with RNFA, plus DEA, NCCPA, and credentialing readiness. It offers full benefits, CME allowance, tail coverage, relocation assistance, and employer matching retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Active or eligible license in Arizona.
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Valid DEA registration.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Cardiac Surgery.
• Nurse Practitioner track requires MSN and Arizona NP licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform endoscopic vein harvesting and participate in intraoperative procedures.
• Manage patient rounds and lead post-operative outpatient clinics.
• Prescribe medications and coordinate with multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure credentialing during medical staff processes and uphold patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Cardiac surgery experience

RNFA certification

AZ PA licensure

Education

PA-C certification

MSN (NP track)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Cardiac Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (RNFA), you will help cardiothoracic surgical teams manage high-acuity patients so they can achieve optimal post-operative recovery and improved cardiac health outcomes. Operating in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, you will serve as a vital link in the continuum of care, ensuring seamless transitions from the operating room to long-term outpatient clinical management.

In this role, you will perform essential clinical duties, including endoscopic vein harvesting, participation in intraoperative procedures, and management of patient rounds. You will be expected to perform diagnostic interpretations, prescribe medications, and lead post-operative outpatient clinics while collaborating within a high-performing multidisciplinary team to drive quality assurance and patient safety initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you must possess current licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with an active Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification. Candidates should demonstrate a strong background in cardiovascular care, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, and a commitment to maintaining a rotating call schedule at St. Joe’s and Chandler Regional medical facilities.

We are offering full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Job Requirements

Required

PA

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant
• Valid DEA registration.
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Cardiac Surgery.

NP

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
• Compact state or Arizona RN license
• Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
• Valid DEA registration
• RNFA
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Cardiac Surgery.

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

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We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.