Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) / Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Job Title: Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) / Nurse Practitioner (NP)Salary: $185,000 - $220,000 (DOE)Start Date: ASAP (6-8 weeks for credentialing)Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join a fast-paced cardiothoracic surgery team. This role is ideal for a driven clinician with strong operating room experience who thrives in a high-acuity, team-oriented environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform vein, arterial, and radial artery harvesting for cardiothoracic surgeonsAssist in 1-2 open-heart surgeries per day (20-30 cases per month)Provide post-operative patient care, including hospital rounding and ICU managementConduct pre-operative evaluations in the clinicCoordinate patient discharges and review diagnostic testing (e.g., stress tests)Collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and clinical staff across hospital and clinic settings Required QualificationsPA or NP (NP must be an RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assist)Minimum 2 years of current, hands-on operating room experience in:Cardiothoracic surgeryVascular or open-heart proceduresDemonstrated expertise in:Vein harvestingArterial and radial artery harvestingActive DEA license (required for prescribing at discharge)Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume surgical environmentStrong work ethic with a "go-getter" mentality and high level of initiative Schedule & CallMonday - Friday, typical hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PMEarly start (~6:00 AM) on surgery daysCall rotation: Every other week (including weekends)Must be able to arrive within 30 minutes when on callNo scheduled overnight cases; call coverage is for emergent needs Work EnvironmentSplit between main hospital and nearby clinic (approximately 1 mile away; shuttle available)Collaborative, experienced surgical team with dedicated OR staffNo direct reports or supervisory responsibilities Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary: $185K - $220K DOETime-off flexibility to offset on-call demandsSupportive team environment with structured surgical workflowOpportunity to work in a highly specialized and active heart surgery program* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).