Locums Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc.; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Locums Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting in robotic thoracic surgical procedures, managing inpatient care, and evaluating outpatient clinic patients. You will collaborate closely with thoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality patient care. If you have a passion for thoracic surgery and want to make a difference in patient outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy a flexible schedule and the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut NP or PA license is required.
• Experience in robotic thoracic surgery is essential.

Responsibilities

• First assist in the OR for robotic thoracic procedures.
• Manage inpatient care including rounding and discharges.

Skills

Robotic Thoracic Surgery Experience

Inpatient Care Management

Outpatient Clinic Evaluation

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Clinical Judgment

Education

Active Connecticut License

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Degree

Job description

Locums Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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Position Details

• Schedule: 3–4 days per week
• Hours: Approximately 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Weekend Call: Optional (OR cases only)

Key Responsibilities

• First assist in the OR, including robotic thoracic surgical procedures
• Manage inpatient care: rounding, admissions, and discharges
• Evaluate and follow-up with outpatient clinic patients
• Support a case mix including minimally invasive lung surgery and foregut surgery
• Collaborate closely with thoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary care teams

Required Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with active Connecticut license
• Thoracic robotic surgery experience required
• Proficiency in OR first assist, inpatient, and outpatient thoracic care
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently