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Advanced Practice Provider — Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Full-Time | 4x10s, Monday through Friday | Rotating Call | Naples, FL

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This is a first-assist surgical Advanced Practice Provider role inside a busy, full-service cardiothoracic program in Naples, Florida. You will be in the OR for CABG, valve procedures, aortic surgery, TAVR/TAVI, lung resection, esophageal surgery, and more, then following your patients through the post-op ICU. With a strong compensation package, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance available, this is a compelling opportunity for an experienced CT surgery Advanced Practice Provider ready to do meaningful work in a growing program.

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Benefits and Compensation

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Competitive salary based on experience: $260,000-$285,000/yr
Sign-on bonus available
Relocation assistance available
Annual quality and CME bonuses
Additional compensation for call and call-back surgeries
4x10 schedule, Monday through Friday
Rotating call, rotating weekends, rotating holidays
Malpractice and tail coverage included
Generous PTO with a pathway to unlimited PTO
CME allowance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with retirement planning support
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
Employee assistance programs
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Optional supplemental benefits

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Qualifications

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Required:

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Current Florida ACNP license
Active Advanced Practice Provider licensure in the State of Florida
Active NCCPA certification
DEA registration
Current BLS and ACLS certification
Minimum 2 years of CT surgery experience
Vein harvesting experience (required)
Demonstrated surgical exposure across: CABG/bypass, valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, TAVR/TAVI, lung resection, esophageal surgery, first-assist in OR, post-op ICU management, and chest tube management
Completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Provider program
Board certification in area of specialty (board-eligible candidates considered with commitment to obtain certification within 6 months of hire)

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Preferred:

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LVAD/MCS experience
Epic EMR proficiency

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Responsibilities

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First-assist in cardiothoracic surgical cases including CABG, valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, TAVR/TAVI, lung resection, and esophageal surgery
Perform vein harvesting independently
Manage post-operative patients in the ICU including chest tube management and hemodynamic support
Take rotating call coverage
Collaborate with the surgical team and interdisciplinary staff to develop and implement patient care plans
Deliver direct patient care under approved protocols with physician supervision
Document patient care accurately in Epic and maintain compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families
Participate in quality improvement, performance evaluation, and continuing education activities
Contribute to policy development and clinical program growth as the department expands

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Background Screening Requirement (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law (Section 435.12). To learn more about the Clearinghouse and the screening process, visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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This posting is a summary of typical functions and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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