Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Opportunity in Albany, NY

Albany, NY Seeking CARDIAC SURGERY PA/NP

• The Physician Assistant (PA) is a credentialed position required to function in and practice in an expanded specialty. The PA has the responsibility and accountability for the assessment and management of patients, including ordering diagnostic tests, consultations, therapeutic interventions and the daily implementation and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides comprehensive healthcare sensitive to the needs of the population, including assessment, diagnosing, prescribing, and referrals where appropriate. Enabling patient choice in provision of care, complementing roles of MD and multidisciplinary team. The PA augments a physician's ability to provide medical services to patients; collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations and provide direct patient care services.

Job Description/responsibilities FOR CARDIAC SURGERY PA/NP:

• Cardiac Surgery APPs at AMC are expected to first assist a variety of cardiac surgical procedures in the OR, perform endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting, cover floor and ICU patients and operative consults, perform bedside procedures such as arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes/pigtail placements.
• This is an adult only service, no congenital component. We are part of a robust group including five operative cardiac surgeons.
• This role is full-time, 24/7 service coverage with weeknight and weekend call rotation. Flexible/rotating shifts available.
• Current availabilities exist within the department for primary critical care and floor coverage/non-operative role for our cardiac surgery patients as well as operative roles. PAs, NPs, and NPs with RNFA encouraged to apply. New graduates with relevant prior experiences may be considered.

This is a compelling opportunity to join a busy cardiac surgery program with high patient demand, integrated health system and practice support, and a diverse and friendly provider environment.

Applicants should have the following:

• NYS licensure
• DEA certification
• ACLS/BLS
• Minimum of 1 year experience in cardiac surgery/OR/proficiency with EVH/ERAH preferred
• Graduation from an accredited PA or NP program
• Board Certification

About Albany Medical Center Hospital:

• Albany Medical Center: Northeastern New York's Only Academic Medical Center
• Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education and one of the area's largest private employers. We are like no other health care provider in our region, providing our community with the highest level of patient care across disciplines, while receiving regional, national and international recognition for high standards in patient care, education and biomedical research.
• The anchor of the Albany Med Health System, Albany Medical Center has a 766-bed hospital, which offers the widest range of medical and surgical services in the region. Albany Medical College, which trains the next generation of doctors, scientists and other health care professionals. The College includes a biomedical research enterprise and the region’s largest physician practice with more than 500 doctors.
• Our Service Area: As the only academic medical center within a 150-mile radius, we are committed to patient care, medical education, and biomedical research, ensuring access to medical and technological innovations for the region's three million people.

Recruitment Package Offer:

• Albany Medical Center Hospital offers a comprehensive salary and compensation package that includes sign on bonus, competitive base rate, excellent benefits including health/vision/dental insurances, paid malpractice, CME reimbursement & expense allowance, paid time off for sick days and vacation. Public Service Loan Forgiveness. 403b Retirement savings program with Roth IRA option.
• Compensation is between $110k-$140k per year, based on level of experience.
• The posted salary reflects the starting range of full-time commitment. Additional incentives are available related to quality/performance/merit, extra shift incentives for overtime compensation, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position.

For consideration, please send Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae to:

Dr. K Marie King
Chair of Surgery
(P) 518-262-2919
Email: surgeryrecruitment@amc.edu

Albany Medical College is a private institution and a non-discriminatory AA/EOE (minorities and women are encouraged to apply).

The Albany Med Health System is the largest and only regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. It consists of Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses. Albany Medical Center is the region’s only academic medical center and one of upstate New York’s largest teaching hospitals. The Capital Region offers great opportunities for professionals and families.

Located at the heart of New York’s Capital Region, Albany is a culturally and environmentally diverse area that is home to nearly one million residents. The three cities of the Capital Region: Albany, Troy, and Schenectady, and their suburbs offer a range of affordable, safe, and comfortable neighborhoods with quality schools and active community groups. Albany is the capital of NY; home to the State University at Albany, the School of Public Health, and multiple private colleges; and offers a wide variety of cultural events. It is within driving distance to NYC, Boston, and Montreal and to the Adirondacks, Lake Placid, and Lake George.  It is a wonderful place to raise a family and enjoy activities related to all 4 seasons!