Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant

Description Specialization: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary: HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking a full-time, experienced physician assistant (PA-C) or nurse practitioner (APRN) to join our cardiothoracic surgery and transplant/MCS team at Florida Advanced Cardiothoracic Surgery in Largo, FL. APP will be responsible for first assisting in all CVOR cases (including CABG, valve repair and replacements, aortic surgery, LVAD, heart transplantation, impella, ECMO, thoracic procedures, EVH/ERAH, chest closure), inpatient rounding in the ICU and floors, consult clinic duties, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary team. Our practice sees a wide variety of pathologies and has a high acuity patient census. This is an excellent opportunity for a PA/NP interested in practicing at the top of their scope.

Qualified Candidates: Must be board certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Must hold or be able to obtain an active Florida license prior to start Surgical first assist experience is required Endoscopic Vein Harvest (EVH) experience is required Experience in advanced heart failure (LVAD, impella, ECMO, heart transplant) is a plus Call includes rotating weekday and one weekend per month Incentives/Benefits Package:

In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes: Paid malpractice Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision Wellbeing resources, including free counseling Life insurance 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions Time off, including disability coverage Supplemental health protection plans Flexible spending accounts Financial wellbeing resources Family-focused and voluntary benefits CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement

About HCA Healthcare Florida Largo Hospital: HCA Florida Largo Hospital is a 455-bed facility designated as a Statutory Teaching Hospital by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and is affiliated and proudly partners with such institutions as Nova Southeastern University's College of Osteopathic Medicine and University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine.

Located along the gulf coast of West Florida, opposite Tampa in Pinellas County, Largo is home to spectacular white sandy beaches, beautifully preserved historic structures dating back to the 19th century and many parks and natural preserves. The beautiful weather provides the Residents of Largo with a great mix of outdoor activities to enjoy including botanical gardens, boating and championship golf courses. The downtown area offers a variety of restaurants and shopping and there are plenty of family attractions to enjoy as well. Largo s cost of living is 13% lower than the national average and attracts a wide demographic.