Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

Cardiothoracic Surgery APP Opportunity in Myrtle Beach, SC - Join a leading cardiovascular surgery program supporting three cardiothoracic surgeons- Opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with cardiothoracic surgery experience- Blend of surgical first assist, inpatient rounding, and outpatient follow-up responsibilities- Work within a collaborative, high-volume cardiac surgery team Practice Highlights - First assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures- Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH) experience required- Exposure to both cardiac and thoracic surgical cases- Opportunity to participate in minimally invasive procedures- Shared 1:3 call schedule- Mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities- Established cardiovascular surgery program with strong clinical support Responsibilities - First assist in cardiothoracic surgery procedures- Perform endoscopic vein harvesting- Conduct daily pre-operative and post-operative patient rounds- Evaluate and manage patients throughout the perioperative period- Provide outpatient follow-up and postoperative care- Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and ancillary teams- Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate patient care plans Requirements - Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program- Eligible for South Carolina licensure- Minimum of two years of cardiothoracic surgery experience preferred- Experience with routine cardiac surgery and thoracic procedures- EVH and surgical first assist experience required- Strong understanding of postoperative management and clinic follow-up care- Excellent communication and teamwork skills Compensation & Benefits - Competitive compensation package with incentives- Paid malpractice coverage- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage- 401(k) with employer matching- CME allowance and paid CME time- License reimbursement- Life insurance and disability coverage- Flexible spending accounts- Wellness and counseling resources- Comprehensive family-focused benefits package Community Highlights - Coastal lifestyle with access to beaches, boating, golf, and outdoor recreation- Year-round warm climate- Vibrant dining, entertainment, and tourism destination- Affordable cost of living compared to many coastal markets- Excellent quality of life with easy access to major Southeastern cities- Growing community with strong healthcare infrastructure