Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Cardiovascular Surgery Lafayette, LA

Ready to advance your career at a leading facility in Lafayette, Louisiana? Join a dedicated cardiovascular team offering a supportive schedule, competitive pay package, and immediate start options. Enjoy a balanced work environment with flexible clinic hours, inpatient care, and surgical coverage making a real impact on patients' lives.

Quick Facts:

• Location: Lafayette, LA
• Start Date: 03/21/2024 (or upon approval)
• Duration: Full-Time, ongoing assignment
• Shift: Flexible, including inpatient rounding, surgical consults, ER call coverage, and one clinic day/week
• Hours/week: Approximately 40 hours
• Employment Type: Locum / Permanent placement options available
• Licenses/Certs: State licensure as an APP, CPR/BLS, DEA as required
• Experience: Prior cardiovascular surgery or surgical consult experience preferred

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay Rate: $1.00/hour (negotiable upon discussion)
• Benefits: Pay package discussed upon application, plus potential for sign-on bonus, flexible schedules, and professional growth opportunities

What You ll Do:

• Provide inpatient rounding and surgical consults in a cardiovascular surgery setting
• Support procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafting, thoracotomies, lobectomies, and AAA repairs
• Assist in emergency room call coverage and patient management
• Contribute to the perioperative care and post-op follow-up of approximately 90 surgeries/procedures monthly
• Collaborate with a team of two cardiovascular surgeons and three APPs to deliver excellent patient care
• Document clinical findings and assist with patient education and discharge planning

What You Need:

• Valid Louisiana state license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
• At least 2 years of experience in surgical or cardiovascular care preferred
• Strong clinical skills in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

About the Assignment:
Join a highly skilled team performing complex cardiovascular procedures in a dynamic hospital environment. This role includes inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and emergency coverage, providing a well-rounded experience in cardiovascular surgery support.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .