Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - CVTS
Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Geisinger's Heart Institute is seeking a Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its growing practice at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The role is part of a collaborative cardiothoracic surgery team and supports patients throughout their surgical journey, from initial evaluation through postoperative recovery. The position involves coordinating care with cardiac surgeons and multidisciplinary teams, managing inpatient and outpatient needs, and helping patients navigate preparation, recovery, and follow-up.
Requirements
- Master's degree as a Physician Assistant.
- Certification as a Physician Assistant from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and prepare patients for cardiothoracic surgery in partnership with cardiac surgeons.
- Coordinate preoperative testing, surgical scheduling, medical clearances, and patient education.
- Manage outpatient referrals and participate in Heart Team discussions for valve and structural heart patients.
- Round on postoperative cardiac surgery patients and assist with ongoing inpatient management.
- Coordinate discharges, follow-up care, and recovery planning.
- Conduct postoperative visits and manage patient questions, phone calls, and portal messages.
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one.
- Vision benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Domestic partner benefits.
- Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.
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Job Type
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