NP/PA - Cardiovascular Surgery

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CME

Paid Time Off

Paid Malpractice Insurance

Matched 401K

EPIC EMR

Competitive compensation

Job summary

CHRISTUS Ochsner Health in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the Cardiothoracic Surgery division. Salary range is $140,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience, with a focus on surgical care, 24/7 coverage, and collaboration with board-certified surgeons.

Responsibilities include surgical assistance, inpatient rounding, and outpatient visits, along with opportunities for research and teaching within a growing heart program.

Qualifications

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Active Louisiana PA license or eligibility.
• Cardiac surgical experience (5+ years).
• Robotic surgery experience is a plus; training available.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic.
• Shared call 1 in 3 calls.
• Rotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends.
• Surgical Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic cases.
• Outpatient Ambulatory Visits & Hospital Rounding.
• Assess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissions.
• Assist with vein harvesting; CABG and valve surgeries.
• Perform invasive procedures as trained.

Skills

ICU/Telemetry

Surgical Assist

Pre/Postop care

Invasive procedures

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Description

Experienced CTS PA/NP – CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LA

Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 - commensurate with years of experience

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries.

The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area.

Description

Experienced CTS PA/NP – CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LA

Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 - commensurate with years of experience

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries.

The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area.

Post-operative care is enhanced by Impella support, UF/Aquadex technology, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems, including Hemosphere, Flo Trac, and ClearSight.

Throughout the year, numerous opportunities for research, teaching, and community engagement are available.

Additionally, the program features a robust multidisciplinary thoracic oncology initiative and a growing thoracic robotic surgery program. This is supported by the Christus Ochsner Foundation and Board, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.

Enjoy a Balanced Professional And Personal Lifestyle

• Paid CME
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• Matched 401K
• EPIC EMR
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Responsibilities

• Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic.
• Shared call 1 in 3 calls
• Rotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends.
• Surgical Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic cases
• Outpatient Ambulatory Visits & Hospital Rounding
• Assess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissions
• Assist with vein harvesting; CABG and valve surgeries

ICU And Telemetry Experience Is Preferred

• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams
• Diagnose and treat conditions, providing follow-up care as needed
• Assist in surgeries, including first and second assisting
• Manage inpatient care, preoperative, and postoperative evaluations

Perform Invasive Procedures (will Train), Including

• Central vascular access
• Swan-Ganz insertion
• Chest tube insertion
• Endoscopic vessel harvesting

Must be able to interact positively with all members of a multidisciplinary care team, patients and their families and possess the emotional intelligence to work collaboratively in a fast paced, high-acuity environment where quality and caring come first.

Requirements

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Must have an active Louisiana PA license or be eligible to be licensed
• Cardiac Surgical Experience (Minimum 5 years) Hospital & Ambulatory experience preferred
• Experience with robotic surgery is a plus, but we will train if not experienced with robotic surgery