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Cardiac Surgery Lead First Assist Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in Eastern North Carolina#6901

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access_time permanent/full-time
flight_land Visa: No
place , NC
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Seeking a Nurse Practitioner to assume the role of Lead Cardiac Surgery first assistant.  No formal CT surgery residency program, therefore service line completely supported by physician assistants and nurse ; Successful candidates must be proficient in all aspects of first assisting for major cardiac surgical procedures, endoscopic and open vein harvesting, radial artery harvesting, and  have proven leadership skills and/or experience with a high volume CT surgery program.

Highlights include:  



  • 100% OR (CVICU or IU time Available If Desired) 

  • Work with a team of 9 Cardiac Surgeons and 4 First Assist  

  • New state of the art 6-story heart hospital with the largest operating rooms in the country, brand new hybrid CVOR 

  • Established program that averages 1100 pump cases a year 

  • No in-house call, call 1 weekend every 5 

  • Large robotic program 

  • Established NP and PA team 

  • Established NP and PA orientation programs 

  • Competitive salary, benefits and relocation 

Located in the heart of Eastern NC. An ideal, family-oriented community that caters to outdoor enthusiasts and ; Just over an hour from Raleigh, the Outer Banks, Oriental (the sailing capital of NC) and the Atlantic Ocean.



  • Vibrant college community including over 35,000 students

  • Low cost of living, affordable housing and excellent choice of schools

  • Desirable climate with mild winters and four seasons

  • Numerous shopping opportunities, including popular national chains and unique, locally-owned stores

  • 20 parks including 3 waterfront- a 324-acre nature park and an outdoor amphitheater

  • Numerous challenging private and public golf courses.

Benefits: Annual Stipend, Relocation Assistance, Vacation, Malpractice (with tail), 401k, Insurance, and Disability.