Job Title: Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Cardiovascular Surgery Lafayette, LA
Why Apply?Join a leading facility in Lafayette, Louisiana, offering a full-time locum opportunity with a competitive pay package. Enjoy a predictable schedule with clinic only once a week, inpatient rounds, and surgical call coverage, all starting promptly. Discover a supportive team environment working alongside experienced cardiovascular surgeons and APPs.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Lafayette, LA
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date/Duration: Ongoing / TBD
- Shift: Inpatient Rounding, Clinic 1 day/week, Emergency Room call
- Hours/Week: Flexible, approx. 15-20 patients post-op in clinic
- Employment Type: Full-Time Locum
- License/Certs: Active Louisiana state license preferred
- Experience: Prior APP experience in cardiovascular or thoracic surgery preferred
Pay & Benefits:
- Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00/hr (please note, actual pay to be discussed upon application)
- Benefits: Competitive pay package, professional support, and flexible scheduling discussed during onboarding
What You'll Do:
- Provide inpatient rounding and surgical consults for cardiovascular procedures
- Cover emergency room call as needed
- Manage post-operative patient care (15-20 patients in clinic weekly)
- Participate in approximately 90 surgeries/procedures per month including CABG, VATS, thoracotomies, lobectomies, AAA repairs, arterial bypasses, and valve replacements
- Collaborate with a team of 2 cardiovascular surgeons and 3 APPs to ensure optimal patient outcomes
What You Need:
- Valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in Louisiana
- Prior experience in cardiovascular or thoracic surgery preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and surgical support skills
- Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities
About the Assignment:This opportunity is with a prominent healthcare provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, supporting a busy cardiovascular surgery program. The team features experienced surgeons and APPs delivering high-quality care. The role involves inpatient, outpatient, and emergency coverage, offering diverse clinical experience in a supportive setting.
Compliance:VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
