Advanced Practice Provider: Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Cardiac Surgery
About The Position
Join one of the nation’s leading cardiac surgery programs at the University of Maryland Medical Center, a high-volume academic medical center renowned for complex and innovative cardiac surgical care. As a member of our Advanced Practice Provider team, you will work alongside world-class cardiac surgeons and a collaborative multidisciplinary team, managing a diverse and challenging patient population in an environment that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and team-based care. This is an exceptional opportunity for APPs who are passionate about cardiac surgery and committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care. New graduate APPs are welcome to apply. This position is in the Cardiac Surgery department in an inpatient setting, with some cross coverage for ambulatory care. This position operates on a rotating schedule of 13-hour day shifts, including rotating weekend coverage. Home call coverage is shared on a rotating basis among team members.
Requirements
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license for the State of Maryland
Nice To Haves
- New graduate APPs are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse and challenging patient population in an inpatient setting.
- Provide cross coverage for ambulatory care.
- Participate in home call coverage on a rotating basis.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with shift differentials and call coverage opportunities
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) effective early in employment
- Retirement plans including 403(b) with employer match and additional savings options
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plus paid holidays
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid CME time
- Tuition remission/assistance through the University of Maryland system for you and eligible dependents
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided
- Robust onboarding and mentorship programs, with strong support for new graduate APPs
- Career growth opportunities within a large academic health system, including leadership and specialty advancement pathways
- Access to cutting-edge research and academic collaboration opportunities
- Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and work-life balance support
- Employee discounts and perks across University of Maryland programs and partners
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
