Nurse Practitioner - 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 with a genuine interest in cardiothoracic surgery services to join our team in Boise, Idaho.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our Cardiothoracic Surgeons in a multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional inpatient care.
• Assist in all cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures as a first assistant.
• Oversee the management of the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and the step-down unit.

The Cardiothoracic Surgery program consists of:

• Three surgeons
• Eight Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Four specialized anesthesiologists in Cardiovascular Operating Rooms (CVOR)
• Four perfusionists

Our dedicated floor features:

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

Our team is expected to perform over 350 open-heart surgeries, 175 thoracic surgeries (including 80 robotic lobectomies), 160 TAVRs, and 75 MitraClips annually.

Specializations

We focus on:

• Adult cardiac surgery
• Aortic surgery
• Minimally invasive valve surgery
• Robotic thoracic surgery
• Hybrid Maze procedures for Atrial Fibrillation treatment

Our practice also involves 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 our commitment to quality and outcomes improvement. Our achievements include:

• A high early extubation rate
• Low rates of transfusions and other complications
• Numerous regional and national awards in cardiac surgery

We are dedicated to advancing the cardiothoracic field through cutting-edge clinical research, the development of new programs, 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 AM to 4 PM).

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner medical license in Idaho, along with a valid controlled substance registration.
• Experience in vein harvesting is essential.
• A robust medical background with a commitment to developing a practice that supports a growing multi-specialty medical group.
• Prior experience as a Nurse Practitioner in cardiac disease management is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to become part of our esteemed health system.

Compensation and Benefits

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 (403b)