Inova Heart and Vascular Institute is seeking an experienced advanced practice provider for a full-time position in the cardiovascular surgery operating room.

This position is CVOR only. Advanced practice providers with at least two years of experience in cardiovascular surgery are eligible to receive a $20,000 sign on bonus.

Our Program

Our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons have performed thousands of procedures and pioneered many new treatment and recovery approaches with results rarely matched nationwide STS 3-star composite score for CABG and isolated AVR Top 2% in the country for TAVR volume Mitral valve repair center of excellence Gold level ELSO award for excellence in life support Busy heart and lung transplant program performing 100 total transplants in 2022

Job Requirements

The preferred candidate needs a minimum of 2 years of experience as a first assistant in cardiac surgery. Past intensive care unit/step down unit experience preferred but not mandatory. You will first assist our surgeons on a wide variety of cases including but not limited to CABG, valves, maze procedures, complex aortic surgeries (open and endovascular), mechanical circulatory support cases including a large ECMO volume, heart and lung transplant, and structural heart procedures. Applicants must be experienced in endoscopic vein harvesting using the Getinge Vasoview Hemopro 2 Vessel Harvesting system. Endoscopic radial artery harvesting is strongly preferred. Flexible work week schedule, depending on the needs of the department. Additional OR call coverage is required. Inova provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary including paid call and time-and-a-half call back pay, as well as full medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, short- and long-term disability, CME funds, paid days off to attend CME and much more. 

 

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

Performs high-quality clinical practices and effective patient management, under physician supervision, in accordance with state regulations, including primary and secondary specialty care in clinical and/or surgical practice settings Demonstrates technical expertise in the operating room Excellent communication and teamwork Displays respect and appreciation for the contribution from all team members to foster positive working relationships Participates in quality and best practice initiatives by adhering to standards and guidelines to deliver excellent patient care and enhanced outcomes Seeks and accepts feedback related to performance and demonstrates a high level of coachability

Educational/Licensure Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program Board Certified Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with RNFA certification. Employees must maintain certification requirements. ACLS Certification for physician assistants, ACLS and BLS certification for nurse practitioners Current Virginia medical license Current DEA number