Start in 2025: 1st Assist, Vein Harvesting CVT Surgery PA at the Oklahoma Heart Institute - Ardent Health Services

The Oklahoma Heart Institute hires a full-time 1st Assist PA to join our nationally recognized cardiac program in beautiful Tulsa, OK. The ideal candidate needs to be driven and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They must be coachable and willing to practice at the top of their license. The team would prefer candidates with some cardiac experience but is open to new grads eager to learn the specialty. Be part of a strong APP/First Assists team working with progressive, busy surgical practice. We’re growing and will have 5 surgeons by Jan 1, 2025: 3 CT and 2 vascular, with plans for continued growth in the vascular surgical department.

About this Physician Assistant Job Opening: 

• Join a team of 5 Surgeons & 4 APPs
• Mon-Fri, rotating call for holidays, weekends, and weekdays amongst other 1st Assist APPs
• Daily Patient Load: 2-4 surgeries per day (varies)
• EMR: Epic

Minimum Requirements:

• Board Certified/Eligible Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• First Assist skills require
• Experience in Vein Harvesting, Chest, and Vascular Surgical Cases is required

Advanced Practice Provider Recruitment Package may include: 

• Base Salary
• CME/CEU Allowance
• Sign-on bonus
• Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
• Relocation allowance
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Health benefits + Retirement plan
• Marketing + practice growth assistance

About Us: 

A part of the award-winning culture of Hillcrest HealthCare System, Oklahoma Heart Institute (OHI) is the region’s largest and most advanced hospital dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart disease. Located on the campus of Hillcrest Medical Center, OHI combines the expertise of nationally recognized cardiovascular physicians with the region’s most advanced technology and personalized patient care. From groundbreaking research and first-time procedures to exceptional quality outcomes, Oklahoma Heart Institute has earned a reputation as one of the finest tertiary cardiovascular care programs in the country.

• American Heart Association  Get with the Guidelines Heart Failure Gold Plus
• American College of Cardiology Chest Pain - MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award

About Our Community: 

Located in northeastern Oklahoma, Tulsa is Oklahoma's second-largest city, beautifully situated on the Arkansas River. Home to the University of Tulsa and a population of more than 404,000, residents enjoy a thriving outdoor recreation hub, coupled with a safe metropolitan experience featuring fun eateries in addition to amazing arts and cultural offerings. 122 mi NE of Oklahoma City