Advanced Practice - CT Surgery Opening in Waterloo, IA
Summit Recruiting Group
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Surgery-General
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Waterloo, Iowa, United States
Visa Sponsorship No
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Last Update: 2/21/25

APP - Cardiothoracic Surgery opening in Waterloo, Iowa

  • 55 miles from Cedar Rapids
Position Details: Full-time, permanent position Hospital employed Established team of 2 physicians and 3 Advanced Practitioners Growing practice with increased volume Provide first-assist in the OR Will be doing Endoscopic Vein harvesting (EVH) Pre/post-surgical patient care at UPH Allen Hospital; Including Critical Care Primarily OR with a mix of inpatient, and outpatient Excellent subspecialty support Cohesive group of colleagues and supportive staff allowing for autonomy while building the practice according to your preferences Experienced staff, both clinical and non-clinical, who know the patients and the community Full-time position, including dedicated administrative time, with flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access 24/7 hospitalist program is responsible for adult and pediatric inpatients Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination Responsibilities: Will be first assisting in OR with Adult Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular cases Will include invasive procedures including but not limited to endovascular vein harvesting, arterial harvesting, manage intra-aortic balloon pumps, insert/remove chest tubes, and central line placement Between 7-10 surgical cases per week Average inpatient 8-15 patients with 2 consults daily Average clinic patients 18-20 split between providers Follow-up patients in the clinic and occasional new consults Perform physical exams, medical diagnosis, therapeutic procedures, and prescribe medication Respond to calls in the ER and Nursing floors during clinic hours Rounding on Perioperative and Postoperative patients Participate in OR , weekend, and Phone call only clinic call. Order and evaluate labs, x-ray, EKG, echo, and other test as indicated Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem-solving Qualifications: Graduate of an Accredited School of Anesthesia for Nurses Board eligible or board certified Complies with criteria for recertification Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of State Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice BLS, ACLS, PALS required Experience preferred but not required Eligible to work in the United States Qualifications: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Experience as First-Assist in the OR and with cardiac patients Prior ICU and/or Critical Care either as advance practitioner and/or nurse preferred but willing to train Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of IA Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice Eligible to work in the United States Offer: Initial salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation program Attractive incentive package A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in. Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation. A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve Waterloo, IA Waterloo and Cedar Falls comprise a metro area of more than 107,000 residents who are proud to call the Cedar Valley home. These two cities are just minutes apart, and though theyre intertwined by shared geography and regional pride, each boasts its own unique history and attractions. Whichever city you choose to plant your roots, you wont have to go far to enjoy the amenities of the other an added benefit of life in the Cedar Valley!
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