Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - University of Washington

Req #: 230684 Department: The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothora Posting Date: 08/30/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $11003.00 - $16712.00 Shift: First Shift **The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery** has an outstanding opportunity for an **Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Certified (ARNP/PA) - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Inpatient and Outpatient Care.** **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS** Applicants should submit a letter of interest, diversity statement, and a current CV electronically through Interfolio at **https://apply.interfolio.com/139881** **WORK SCHEDULE** + Day Shift + No weekend coverage and minimal holiday coverage requirements **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + Teaching Associate + Full-time, 12-month (July 1-June 30) academic position on a yearly appointment and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. Anticipated start date in Summer/Fall 2024. + Be a member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, fellows, residents, and RNs providing inpatient and outpatient care services to patients and families + Successful candidate will be responsible for providing specialty consultation and clinical care across the continuum of care primarily for thoracic surgery patients **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team with other established APPs and Cardiothoracic surgeons + Provide pre-screening evaluation, post-procedure and hospitalization care as well as follow-up care for thoracic surgery patients + Act as a liaison between the medical and surgical team members in the pursuit of the delivery of exceptional care + Participate in the education of nursing staff and surgical residents + Participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery **REQUIREMENTS** + Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C + Graduate Degree from and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or accredited Physician Assistant Program + Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA + Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment + Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of patients undergoing Cardiothoracic Surgical procedures + ACLS Certification + Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing + Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skillsFor practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at: **https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf ( https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf)** University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.