Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery - Ambulatory Office - Hartford

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Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute

The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists - increasing collaboration and care coordination - all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and providers, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. The award-winning Heart & Vascular Institute is a national leader in advancing cardiac care, offering heart disease prevention, treatment, surgery and research. We received "top performer" recognition by The Joint Commission for performance on evidence-based care processes for the treatment of heart attack, and were recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association as a Get with the Guidelines - Stroke GOLD PLUS Achievement Award winner in 2016. The Hartford HealthCare Heart and Vascular Institute's Division of Cardiovascular Surgery stands at the forefront as a leading provider of comprehensive services in Cardiothoracic and Vascular surgery.

Advanced Practitioner Role Scope

• The advanced practice provider (PA or APRN) provides continuity of care for cardiac surgery patients in an ambulatory office setting.

• Perioperative preparation and postoperative management is done in collaboration with the surgeon in the office and hospital settings.

• Responsibilities include in-depth pre-op histories and physicals, ordering of additional pre-op tests, case reviews with the physicians and APP's, and on-going ambulatory post op care.

Schedule: Monday through Friday with no weekends nor call.

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through on the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include:

• A cohesive family like atmosphere with supportive APP and physician colleagues

• The opportunity to partake in weekly M&M case reviews with the surgeons

• A rewarding clinical setting allowing you to help and see patients through a life changing experience

• Competitive Compensation

• Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans

• Generous Paid-Time Off

• Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice

• Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship

Advanced Practitioner Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Master's program preferred

• Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut

• Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant or National Board Certification as an Ambulatory Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

• Cardiology experience highly preferred

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.