Surgery, Advanced Practice Provider - Surgical First Assist

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Breast Surgery Position Title: Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Department: Breast Surgery Reports To: Surgical Breast Oncology Surgeon / Surgical Services Leadership Location: Arlington campus, Greenville NC Employment Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work collaboratively with a breast surgeon to provide comprehensive, patient?centered care throughout the continuum of breast health. The APP will play a key role in patient education, care coordination, intraoperative and clinical efficiency within the breast surgery practice. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care Conduct thorough patient histories, physical examinations, and assessments for patients with benign and malignant breast conditions.Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies including labs, imaging, and pathology reports.operative counseling, surgical consent discussions, and education regarding procedures, expectations, and recovery.operative evaluations including wound checks, drain management, pain control, and complication surveillance.Manage urgent patient concerns (e.g., infection, seroma, pain issues) in clinic or via telehealth as appropriate.office procedures such as biopsies, seroma aspirations, excisions, and dressing changes.Surgical Support Provide first-assist support in the operating room for breast surgeries, including lumpectomies, mastectomies, sentinel lymph node biopsies, and reconstructive?Care Coordination & Patient Navigation Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including radiology, oncology, plastic surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, and genetics.up care.Assist with genetic testing coordination and risk?Document all encounters thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with organizational standards.Quality & Professional Development Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the breast surgery service line.Support practice growth by improving clinic workflow, patient throughput, and patient satisfaction.Minimum 2+ years of surgical experience, preferably in general surgery, oncology, plastic surgery or breast surgery. Preferred Experience in breast surgery or plastic surgery.Familiarity with breast imaging workflows and cancer care pathways.Working Conditions Outpatient clinic setting and operating days.Meaningful role in supporting patients through complex and emotional care journeys.Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment committed to excellence and innovation in breast health.