Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery Opportunity

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Advanced Practice Provider

Our organization is on the lookout for a dedicated Cardiac Advanced Practice Provider who has a genuine interest in cardiothoracic surgery services to join our team in Boise, Idaho.

Role Overview

The chosen candidate will be committed to a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to inpatient care, working closely with our cardiothoracic surgeons. The surgical Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) will assist in all cardiac and thoracic surgeries, as well as manage the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and the step-down unit.

About Our Team

Our Cardiothoracic Surgery program consists of:

• Three surgeons
• Eight APPs
• Four specialized anesthesiologists for Cardiovascular Operating Rooms (CVOR)
• Four perfusionists

We collaborate with an experienced staff on a dedicated floor that includes:

• A 10-bed CVICU
• Three dedicated CVORs
• A 6-bed step-down unit

Our team is expected to perform over 350 open-heart surgeries, more than 175 thoracic surgeries (including 80 robotic lobectomies), along with over 160 Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements (TAVRs) and 75 MitraClip procedures annually.

Specializations

We focus on:

• Adult cardiac surgery
• Aortic surgery
• Minimally invasive valve surgery
• Robotic thoracic surgery
• Hybrid Maze procedures for atrial fibrillation treatment

Additionally, our practice is involved in the implantation and management of ECMO and the Impella 5.5. We actively participate in the STS Registry and continuously benchmark our performance as part of a robust quality and outcomes improvement initiative. Our achievements include a high early extubation rate, low complication rates, and recognition through various regional and national cardiac surgery awards. We are committed to advancing the cardiothoracic field through innovative clinical research, program development, and educational initiatives.

Work Schedule

The initial surgical orientation may consist of five 8-hour shifts for approximately three months, transitioning to four 10-hour shifts per week (typically from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant medical license in Idaho, along with valid controlled substance registration from the Idaho Board of Pharmacy and DEA.
• Experience in vein harvesting is essential.
• A solid medical background with a commitment to developing a practice that supports a growing multispecialty medical group. This includes obtaining Idaho medical licensure to enhance the health system’s general internal program across all communities served.
• Prior experience as a Physician Assistant in cardiac disease management is preferred.

Benefits and Recruitment Package

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• A $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allocation
• Malpractice insurance, including tail coverage
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan (403(b))

This is an exciting opportunity for the right Physician Assistant to become a vital part of our health system.