Cardiovascular Surgery APP

Job Summary
The Cardiovascular Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays a critical role in the management and care of patients undergoing cardiovascular surgical procedures. This position involves collaborating with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The APP will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering high-quality medical care in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Perform triage to prioritize patient needs effectively.
• Administer pain management strategies to enhance patient comfort.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of patient encounters.
• Participate in clinical research initiatives related to cardiovascular surgery.
• Assist with specimen collection processing and medical imaging as required.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding surgical procedures and recovery.

Skills

• Proficiency in pain management techniques.
• Strong triage skills to assess urgency of patient needs.
• Knowledge of hospice palliative medicine principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with medical records systems for accurate documentation.
• Experience in ophthalmology is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Competence in medical imaging processes relevant to cardiovascular care.
• Experience administering injections safely and effectively.
• Ability to perform specimen collection processing accurately.
• Proficient in measuring vital signs and interpreting results.
• Interest or experience in clinical research methodologies.

This position requires a dedicated professional who is committed to providing exceptional care within the cardiovascular surgical field. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for improving patient health outcomes.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $135.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

Medical Specialty:

• Emergency Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Medical-Surgical
• Primary Care
• Surgery
• Trauma Medicine
• Urgent Care

Supplemental Pay:

• Retention bonus
• Yearly bonus

Experience:

• Surgery: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, SC 29403 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $135