APP - Cardiac Surgery

Opportunity:

Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Job Details:

• Cardiothoracic surgery and endoscopic vessel harvesting (EVH) experience required
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• Minimum of 2 years of cardiothoracic surgery experience required
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• Weekdays: Clinic and night call (Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM plus weeknight call)
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• Weekends: 24-hour on-call coverage (Saturday - Sunday)
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• Responsibilities include OR assistance, ICU/floor management, and weekday night call
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• Assist daily in the OR with surgical cases; averaging 1-2 cases per day
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• No outpatient clinic duties expected; focus is on daily OR and inpatient management
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• Averages approximately 125 CABG cases per year with few emergent cases
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• Call ratio of 1:2
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• Providers must be proficient in all aspects of cardiothoracic surgery including CABG, EVH, open valvular surgery, and thoracic procedures such as thoracotomy and lobectomy
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• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner, ACLS, and BLS required
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• Active Iowa license required
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• Clean malpractice and background history required
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• NPDB self-query report pulled within 30 days required at time of presentation

Facility:

This facility is a Level 2 trauma center offering a comprehensive range of medical services including advanced cardiothoracic surgical care. The organization supports a robust surgical program averaging over 100 CABG cases annually and is equipped with modern ICU and floor management capabilities. The facility is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and operates across both a medical center and an affiliated health plaza, providing a collaborative and well-resourced environment for healthcare professionals.

Location:

Mason City, IA

Mason City offers a welcoming Midwestern community with a rich cultural heritage, including its connection to the beloved musical "The Music Man," along with access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor recreation. The area provides an excellent quality of life with affordable living, a close-knit community atmosphere, and convenient access to larger urban centers in the region.