We are seeking a Cardiac Surgery APP (NP or PA) for a 9-month outpatient locum assignment in New Jersey. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced provider seeking a clinic-based role with no inpatient responsibilities and a highly collaborative cardiac surgery team.
Assignment Details
- 9-month assignment
- Coverage for leave of absence
- Outpatient-only position
- No hospital coverage
- No call responsibilities noted
Schedule
- Monday Friday
- Four 10-hour shifts per week
- Rotating day off each week
Practice Setting
- Outpatient Cardiac Surgery Clinic
- Preoperative and postoperative patient management
- Clinic-based role only
Patient Volume
- Approximately 10 patients per day
Clinical Responsibilities
- Preoperative cardiac surgery evaluations
- Postoperative follow-up care
- Wound assessments
- Minor postoperative procedures
- Care coordination with cardiac surgery team
Procedures
- Wound debridement
- Packing placement
- Postoperative wound management
Team Structure
- Five Cardiac Surgery Physicians
- Five Outpatient APPs
- Clinical APP Manager
- Collaborative relationship with inpatient APP teams
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active New Jersey license required
- Current DEA required
- Current CDS required
- Cardiac Surgery or Cardiovascular Surgery experience preferred
Ideal Candidate
An experienced Cardiac Surgery APP seeking a predictable outpatient schedule with strong physician support, manageable patient volume, and no inpatient or call responsibilities.
