
APP - Cardiac Surgery
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Overview
Job Description
Opportunity:
Advanced Practice- Nurse Practitioner- Cardiovascular Surgery, Physician Assistant- Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
Job Details:
- Monday-Thursday onsite coverage from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM with on-call duties starting at 4:30 PM
- Friday onsite coverage from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM with on-call starting at 5:00 PM
- Saturday and Sunday 24-hour coverage with approximately 4 hours onsite beginning at 6:00 AM for rounding
- Preferred schedule is 7 days on, 7 days off from Monday through Sunday
- Must have cardiothoracic experience; PAs must know how to perform endoscopic vein harvesting with approximately 500 cases and 10 years experience
- Primary responsibilities include rounding and medical management, especially on weekends
- Take ICU call 1-2 nights per week and weekend call coverage
- Daily rounding on all inpatients in ICU and stepdown units, new consults, and patient discharges
- Operating room duties include endoscopic vein harvesting, training new APPs, and first assist on cases
- Handle patient management for inpatients, emergency consultations, and hospital transfers
- Specialties covered include cardiac surgeries, thoracic procedures, vascular surgeries, and heart failure cases
- Patient encounters average 8-10 inpatients per shift
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Board certification required
- Laptop required for call coverage
Facility:
This healthcare facility is a comprehensive medical center offering advanced cardiovascular and thoracic surgical services. The facility maintains a Level 2 trauma designation and provides high-acuity cardiac care including complex procedures such as coronary artery bypass, valve surgeries, aortic dissections, and heart failure treatments. The facility features modern surgical suites with robotic capabilities for thoracic procedures and maintains specialized units for cardiovascular intensive care and stepdown services.
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne offers an excellent quality of life with affordable living costs and a thriving healthcare community in northeastern Indiana. The city provides diverse recreational opportunities, cultural attractions, and easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a welcoming small-city atmosphere ideal for healthcare professionals.
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