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MUSCP – Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Surgery: Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • R-0000020804
  • Charleston, South Carolina
  • Advanced Practice Providers
  • Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists
  • Full Time
  • MUSC Physicians (MUSCP)

Job Description Summary

The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the pre- and post- operative care of cardiac surgical patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will join a busy Cardiothoracic Surgery division that includes 5 cardiac surgeons, 12 residents and 8 APPs. The division performs CABG, valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgeries, robotic heart surgery, left ventricular assist device placement, heart transplants and more! The Cardiothoracic Surgery Division is a leader in surgical care for patients.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Summary/ Purpose: The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the pre- and post- operative care of cardiac surgical patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will join a busy Cardiothoracic Surgery division that includes 5 cardiac surgeons, 12 residents and 8 APPs. The division performs CABG, valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgeries, robotic heart surgery, left ventricular assist device placement, heart transplants and more! The Cardiothoracic Surgery Division is a leader in surgical care for patients.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt

Hours per week: 40

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Rotating days, nights and weekends. 12.5 hour rotating inpatient shifts. 8-hour outpatient shifts.

Patient Population Focus
Inpatient, Outpatient,

Patient Population Age Range
13years-death

Required Minimum Training and Experience
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.

1. Physician Assistant

or

2. APRN License Type/Certification:

  • AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (13 years to death), stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting.

  • FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

Preferred Training and Experience

Preferred Training: Physician Assistant or if APRN License Type/Certification:

1. Physician Assistant

or

2. APRN

  • AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.)

Preferred Experience: One year experience as an advanced practice provider (PA or ANP) preferred.

Degree of Supervision
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

All certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

If applicable, DHEC and DEA license applications must be started prior to first day.

Job Duties (list job tasks)

Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:

  • Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations

  • Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

  • Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief

    • Examples: Chest tube and pacing wire removal, bedside chemical pleurodesis, arterial line placement, ultrasound guided IV placement, wound vac placement, simple suture, etc.

  • Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

  • Documents and bills for direct care provided

  • Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice

  • Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research

  • Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization

  • Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education

  • Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members

  • APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law

Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces. 

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Additional Job Description

The Department of Surgery is dedicated to ensuring the voices of our trainees, staff, faculty, and patients are heard; their thoughts are respected and their feelings are valued.  We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive culture dedicated to helping shape the field of surgery to be more diverse. We value our residents, fellows, faculty, and staff of every race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. Our goal is to continue to expand our diversity within our talented team, which leads to even more inclusive patient-centered care. Please click on the link below to learn more about our diversity efforts.

https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/surgery/diversity-and-inclusion 
 

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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