Thoracic Surgery: Surgical First Assistant APP/PA/NP

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP/CNS) to serve as a Surgery First Assistant in thoracic surgery, working in collaboration with the surgeon in both inpatient and same-day settings.

Role requires a high level of independent clinical decision-making, adherence to SA/SCA with a supervising physician, and participation in safety and quality initiatives within a High Reliability Organization framework.

Qualifications

• AANP and APRN credentials required.
• State license required (Ohio) plus relevant certifications.
• National certifications for PA/NP roles (NCCPA/PA-C, NASC, RNFA) are expected.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the surgeon in the operating room as a first assist across thoracic procedures.
• Maintain adherence to Supervision Agreement (SA) or Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) and delineation of privileges.

Skills

Decision making

Collaboration

Education

AANP Certification

APRN License – Ohio

CRNFA

NASC

NCCPA

PA Certification

RNFA Certification

Job description

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP/CNS) to serve as a Surgery First Assistant in thoracic surgery, working in collaboration with the surgeon in both inpatient and same-day settings.

Role requires a high level of independent clinical decision-making, adherence to SA/SCA with a supervising physician, and participation in safety and quality initiatives within a High Reliability Organization framework.