Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) / Thoracic - Per Diem - Bridgeport at Hartford Healthcare (HHC)

Description

Hartford HealthCare’s thoracic surgery and interventional pulmonology expertsstreamline care from screening through survivorship. Our combined model not only facilitates efficient communication and consultation among team members, but also broadens our capacity to diagnose and treat a wide spectrum of both benign and malignant diseases affecting the chest. This powerful synergy at Hartford Healthcare improves patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Our team collaborates seamlessly to provide unparalleled care for complex diagnoses, including lung and esophageal cancers, complex airway disease, and pleural disease. 

We are expanding and have an opportunity for a Surgical Physician Assistant or APRN to join us at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport CT and be part of a supportive and collaborative team of 7 PA’s and 6 MD’s across the state. If you are a Certified Physician Assistant or APRN licensed in the state of Connecticut, we would like to speak with you. 

The Role of the Surgical Physician Assistant / APRN Includes:

·        Partnering directly with the Medical Director of Lung Screening Program, Hartford HealthCare & Director of Thoracic Surgery, Fairfield Region

·        A well-rounded surgical experience; participating in oncologic care of lung and esophageal cancer patients, as well as benign thoracic and foregut conditions

·        Assisting top tier surgeons in the operating room

·        Learning the latest minimally invasive and open surgical techniques

About Hartford HealthCare’s Thoracic Service:

·        Equipped with the latest techniques for treating benign and malignant conditions of the lung, chest wall, and esophagus.

·        Offers minimally invasive techniques that include robotic surgery and VATS

·        Involvement in multidisciplinary collaboration through the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute.

·        Committed to providing compassionate care.

Schedule / OR Info

7am Arrival Time

·        2nd Thursday

·        3rd Monday

·        4th Monday 

Our Location:

Located just 60 minutes from New York City, you and your family can live in the heart of New England’s most stunning and desirable communities, offering nationally acclaimed schools and exciting year-round recreation. Live at the shore or in vibrant urban and suburban communities.

Qualifications

Qualifications /Requirements

·        Certified Physician Assistant or APRN licensed in the state of Connecticut.

·        Previous OR experience required.

·        Cancer related surgical experience is preferred.

·        Robotic surgical experience preferred.