Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (D), Cardiovascular Surgery OR - Troy/Regional

Corewell Health; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

Savings & retirement plans

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for a full‑time Cardiovascular Surgery APP role based at our Troy hospital. The position focuses on pre‑, intra‑ and post‑operative patient care, assisting in OR procedures, and collaborating closely with surgeons.

The ideal candidate has surgical first assist experience, strong clinical competencies, and can thrive in a high‑performing team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in nursing or PA studies.
• 13 years of APP experience in a Cardiovascular Surgery OR.
• Michigan NP/PA license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating room including endoscopic and vein harvesting.

Skills

Surgical first assist

Cardiovascular surgery experience

Team collaboration

On‑call coverage

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. That’s just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team at Corewell Health.

Full-time, Day Shift

General Summary

Under the general guidance of the medical director, the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department. The ideal candidate will have surgical first assist experience and strong clinical competencies. Must be able to thrive within a high-functioning team. The provider’s responsibilities will include assisting in the operating room (including endoscopic/open vein and endoscopic radial artery harvesting); rotating night call on weeknights and weekends. This position is a regional position allocating the majority of case coverage at Royal Oak with occasional cross‑coverage at Troy and Dearborn Hospitals.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
• Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
• Relocation assistance
• Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identity theft protection and even home and auto insurance
• Free onsite parking at all of our campuses

Essential Duties

• Recognize deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow‑up.
• Request written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
• Interpret and evaluate findings of studies/tests.
• Relay appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed.
• Dictate follow‑up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Maintain provision of preventive health services (e.g., screening, risk assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self‑breast exam).
• Dictate or write patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes.
• Provide on‑call coverage.
• Perform patient triage and determine the urgency of physician's evaluation.
• Endoscopic Vein & Radial Artery harvest using the Hemopro 2 system.
• First assistant: cases include CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement, complex aortic repair, aortic dissection, ECMO insertion, IABP insertion, Impella, David procedure, Ross procedure, robotic MV.
• Perform procedures: central line placement, arterial line placement, chest tube placement, and groin cutdown.
• Conduct patient interviews and document patient histories.
• Order, schedule and/or perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, blood tests, and X‑rays.
• Communicate necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.
• Participate in the care and medical decision making for pre‑operative, intra‑operative, and post‑operative patients at Corewell Health.

Standard Qualifications

Education / Training:

• Master's Degree in Nursing or a Master’s in Physician Assistant studies

Work Experience

• 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a Cardiovascular Surgery OR setting, strongly preferred.

Certification, Licensure, Registration

• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required
• AHA/ARC BLS certification required

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital is a premier clinical and academic hospital, providing expert care for patients with some of the most challenging medical problems. Ranked in the top 25 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and 2nd in Michigan, our cardiovascular program provides access to innovative treatments and therapies. Physicians and community hospitals count on us to perform complex surgical procedures and care for critically ill patients. As highly skilled clinicians and respected colleagues, APPs proudly advance this standard of excellence. APPs are highly respected collaborators, working as part of a cohesive team to ensure our patients receive exceptional care, while being committed to our culture of Putting Patients First.

Primary Location

• SITE – Troy Hospital – 44201 Dequindre Rd – Troy

Department Name

• Specialty Surgical APPs – Medical Group East WB Mkt

Employment Type

• Full time

Shift

• Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

• 40

Hours of Work

• 6:30a – 2:30p

Days Worked

• Days Vary

Weekend Frequency

• On‑call weekends

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those who share in our commitment to join our team.

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