Cardiac Surgery - Hartford - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant

Job description

Location:
Hartford, CT

Hartford, Connecticut offers a vibrant urban experience steeped in rich history and culture, serving as the proud capital of the Constitution State. The city provides an excellent blend of professional opportunity and quality of life, with easy access to both New York City and Boston, along with a thriving arts scene, diverse dining options, and beautiful New England scenery.

Facility:
This is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England, home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. The facility maintains a Level 1 Trauma Center and operates a state air ambulance system, while housing an award-winning Heart & Vascular Institute that is a national leader in advancing cardiac care, recognized by both the Joint Commission and the American Heart Association.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practitioners - Surgery

Job Details:

• Join a busy and growing Department of Cardiac Surgery as an operating room Physician Assistant within the Heart & Vascular Institute
• Work under the direction of a cardiothoracic surgeon performing a variety of clinical duties
• First assist in cardiovascular surgical procedures
• Perform endoscopic vessel harvesting
• Conduct preoperative history and physical examinations
• Provide postoperative care in an outpatient clinical setting and deliver patient education
• Schedule is Monday through Friday with periodic weekday and weekend call
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Master's program
• Must be licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant in the state of Connecticut
• Must be certified, or eligible to be certified, as a Physician Assistant
• 2+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery preferred; new graduates with the right qualifications will be considered
• First assistant experience, including endoscopic vein harvesting skills, preferred
• Newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with comprehensive support, mentorship, and training
• Access to professional leadership development opportunities and an internal organization committed to the growth of Advanced Practitioners