Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage with tail

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension St Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton is recruiting a Cardiovascular Surgery NP/PA for a full-time day shift in a busy, well-respected practice supported by a strong referral base and extensive health-system resources.

The employed position offers a 1:3 rotating call schedule, comprehensive benefits, and access to an integrated Epic EMR network. Wisconsin licensure, BLS/ACLS, and a Master’s degree are preferred, with vein harvesting experience strongly valued.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant or NP licensure in Wisconsin is required prior to hire.
• BLS Provider; ACLS preferred or required.
• Master's degree preferred for the PA/NP role.
• 1 year of experience in cardiovascular care is preferred.
• Vein harvesting experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced patient care across the full clinical continuum including first-assist and rounding.
• Perform history, physicals, orders, and treat plans with independent decision making.
• Provide preventative care and patient education across CV surgery continuum.
• Collaborate with surgical staff, ICU, OR, and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Cardiovascular surgery

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Wisconsin PA license / credential

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility Name: Ascension St Elizabeth Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

$5,000 sign on bonus and relocation assistance available (if applicable)

$2,000 CME allowance

Malpractice coverage with tail

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Cardiovascular Surgery NP or PA to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established, expanding surgical team currently looking to add an additional PA to work alongside existing dedicated surgical staff.
• Call structure: 1:3 rotating call schedule with collaborative, flexible team scheduling and shared holiday rotations.
• Practice setting: A highly diverse, multi-faceted blend of inpatient rounding, ICU management, operating room (OR) surgical time, and outpatient clinic follow-ups.
• Access to: Advanced surgical suites, dedicated CVRICU support teams, a direct referral pipeline, and an integrated Epic EMR network.
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Comprehensive Surgical & Clinical Management: Lead advanced patient care across the full clinical continuum—including active surgical first-assisting, inpatient rounding, and outpatient clinic panels—by independently performing comprehensive history and physical assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostics, and executing direct treatment plans.
• Preventative Wellness & Patient Advocacy: Champion long-term patient outcomes by conducting preventative health screenings, risk assessments, and routine immunizations, while providing vital counseling and education to patients and caregivers regarding treatment options and community resources.

About The Facility

• Located at Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, Wisconsin, a 350-bed facility with employed primary, specialty and sub-speciality care clinicians
• Certified stroke and chest pain center - Level III trauma center
• Serving the Fox Valley community population within an integrated regional referral network.
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system.

Why Providers Choose Ascension

• Provider-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

Vein harvesting experience required.

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