MUSCP - Advanced Practice Provider; APP - NP​/PA- Department of Surgery: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Description Summary

The Department of Surgery, Division of CT Surgery is actively recruiting for an APP.

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Employee

Regular

CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CC

Salary

Health-33

40

12.5 hour rotating inpatient shifts. Night and weekend availability required. 8 hour outpatient shifts. Rotating schedule of inpatient and outpatient roles.

The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the pre- and post- operative care of cardiac patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will join a busy Cardiothoracic Surgery division that includes 6 cardiac surgeons, 4 thoracic surgeons, 10 residents and 15 APPs. The division performs CABG, valve replacement, robotic heart surgery, left ventricular assist device placement, heart and lung transplant, lobectomy, esophagectomies and more.

The Cardiothoracic Surgery Division is a leader in surgical care for patients.

Salaried/Exempt

40

12.5 hour rotating inpatient shifts. Night and weekend availability required. 8 hour outpatient shifts. Rotating schedule of inpatient and outpatient roles.

Inpatient, Outpatient

18 years-death

• Physician Assistant
• APRN License Type/Certification:
  • AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (18 years to death), stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting.
  • FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

• Physician Assistant
• AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (18 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.)

One year experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) preferred but not required.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician and to the Chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

All certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• DHEC and DEA license applications must be started prior to first day.

Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:

• Alternating role in the inpatient step-down unit and outpatient clinic setting. Possible need to travel to outreach clinics in Mount Pleasant or West Ashley while in outpatient role. This position does not include OR or ICU patient management.
• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations.
• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline.
• Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief
  • Chest tube placement and removal, bedside chemical pleurodesis, arterial line placement, ultrasound guided IV placement, wound vac placement, simple suture, etc.
• Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician.
• Documents and bills for direct care provided.
• Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice.
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research.
• Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization.
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education.
• Potential…