This contract position is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking to make a significant impact in a dynamic medical practice environment.
As a Locum NP/PA in Cardiothoracic Surgery, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care while collaborating with a team of skilled surgeons and healthcare providers. Your expertise will contribute to patient assessments, treatment plans, and post-operative care, ensuring optimal outcomes for our patients.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations
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Assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans
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Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients
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Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure quality patient outcomes
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Monitor and document patient progress throughout treatment
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Educate patients and families on treatment options and care plans
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Participate in surgical procedures as directed by supervising physicians
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Stay current with best practices and advancements in cardiothoracic surgery
- Associate degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
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Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Strong clinical skills in cardiothoracic surgery
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
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Experience in patient assessment and care planning
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Knowledge of relevant medical software and electronic health records
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Commitment to providing compassionate patient care
Schedule: 24-hour call shifts
Duties: Hospital rounding, surgery (elective and emergent), and assistance in clinic
Cases: Cardiac, thoracic, vascular, and CABG surgery
Preferred Skills: Removal of chest tubes, pulmonary artery catheters, epicardial wires, and intra-aortic balloon pumps, and vein and artery harvesting
Support Staff: Office supervisor
EMR: Meditech and eCW
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses
