Cardiothoracic Surgery PA/NP — Growth & Team-First Role

SSM Health Care System; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin is actively recruiting a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our established department of experienced providers. This role offers variety and growth with opportunities to develop skills at the top of your license.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a skilled team, perform surgical and clinical duties, and participate in a robust onboarding program designed to support professional development.

Qualifications

• Certified PA or NP with CRNFA certification; NP candidates must obtain CRNFA within 5 years.
• Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery is preferred; strong surgical background in related fields encouraged.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for patient-provider relationships.
• Commitment to staying current with healthcare advancements and clinical skill development.
• Keen on learning and growing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients, diagnose, and develop treatment plans; perform clinical, surgical procedures, and document progress.
• Perform endoscopic vein harvests and arterial harvests, place chest tubes and catheters, intubate/extubate, and place lines; robotic lung experience a plus.
• Rounding Monday through Friday 8am–5pm with every-other-weekend coverage.
• Low-burden call with minimal night cases; weekends shared with current NP.
• APP may write prescriptions and medical orders.
• Strong onboarding program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

CRNFA certification

PA or NP certification

Job description

SSM Health in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin is actively recruiting a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our established department of experienced providers. This role offers variety and growth with opportunities to develop skills at the top of your license.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a skilled team, perform surgical and clinical duties, and participate in a robust onboarding program designed to support professional development.