Req #: 241323 Department: The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothora Posting Date: 01/08/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $10,326 - $15,391 per month Shift: Alternate Work Shift **The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery** at the University of Washington is seeking a full-time **Cardiothoracic Surgery Inpatient Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant** to provide patient care at the University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake. **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS** Applicants should submit a letter of interest, diversity statement, and a current CV electronically through Interfolio at **http://https://apply.interfolio.com/144869** . **DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS** + Teaching Associate + Full-time, 12-month service period (July 1-June 30)academic position on a yearly appointment and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team with other established APPs, Cardiothoracic surgeons, and Mechanical Circulatory support providers. + Perform minor bedside procedures and wound management as needed + Provide a full spectrum of care for cardiac acute care surgical patients + 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 + Performs other related duties as required **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.