Overview
Overview
Cardiothoracic surgery is a highly dynamic and increasingly complex surgical subspecialty that requires a team of clinicians operating at the highest scope of practice for optimal medical care and surgical outcomes. Advanced practice providers (APPs), including physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs), have become essential members of that team; however, sub-specialty education in APP training is minimal. Postgraduate training in all aspects of medicine is becoming of greater importance as an adjunct to traditional NP and PA education. As these postgraduate programs become increasingly popular, programs specializing in cardiothoracic surgery are exceptionally infrequent. The Emory Healthcare Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery is committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of the population by establishing a program of excellence to offer formal training in cardiothoracic surgery more rapidly and efficiently than traditional on-the-job training.
Program Description
The Emory Cardiothoracic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship is a certificate-granting program created to train newly graduated advanced practice providers and those transitioning from other subspecialties in cardiothoracic surgery through a comprehensive didactic curriculum and rigorous clinical education treating cardiothoracic patients pre-, peri- and postoperatively. The Fellowship is a 12-month program consisting of didactics, proctored procedures, supervised surgical cases, endoscopic vein harvesting training, and professional mentorship. The live and web-based didactic curriculum runs concurrently with clinical education at three of Emory Healthcare’s metro Atlanta hospitals: Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital. The program is designed to maximize exposure to routine and complex cardiothoracic surgery principles through direct patient care in the operating room, intensive care unit, cardiac telemetry units, and clinic settings.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
- Within the limits of licensure, functions at the highest level of autonomy providing the highest acuity of care under a supervising cardiothoracic surgeon.
- Examines, evaluates, and treats patients with all ASA levels of medical acuity who require all degrees of invasive and interventional procedures.
- Performs cross-functional responsibilities, often simultaneously, in the operating room, ICU, step down unit and outpatient areas.
- Handles full rotation of care where providers perform pre-, peri and postoperative care and procedures. Proficient in: intraoperative conduit harvest, chest closure, and first and second assisting in cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures.
- Educates patients and families on risks, outcomes, and health maintenance.
- When needed, may be required to provide clinical coverage at Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown and Emory St. Joseph's Hospital.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from a nationally certified and accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program.
- Current licensure or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
Physical Requirements
- (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
- Environmental Factors: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.
- Use of personal protective
Additional Details
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Successful completion of an accredited master's level or higher PA or adult acute care NP program with a preferred GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Accreditation by a nationally recognized body as a PA or Adult ACNP
- Licensed to practice medicine in Georgia or eligibility to become licensed
- BLS/ACLS certification
Application Process
To be considered, you must complete the following steps:
Step One-
Complete a candidate profile and submit your resume for job requisition 132823– NP/PA Fellow, CT Surgery
Step Two-
Upload ALL the Required Application Materials outlined below to your candidate profile.
Both steps must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 31st, 2024 to be considered.
Required documents to complete the application process are listed below and must accompany your application:
- Official transcript from PA or NP program
- Documentation of accreditation by a nationally recognized body as a PA or Adult ACNP (or the intention to do so for newly graduated or current students)
- Documentation of licensure to practice medicine in the state of Georgia or eligibility of licensure (or the intention to become licensed for newly graduated or current students)
- Three letters of recommendation, including at least one from an NP/PA program director, clinical preceptor, or current employer
- BLS/ACLS certification
- One-page, typed Statement of Interest in the program
- Curriculum vitae/resume
Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
Recruitment Timeline
Application Open: July 11 th , 2024, 12:00 AM EDT
Application Deadline: August 31st , 2024, 11:59 PM EST
If selected to move forward, candidates will be contacted via phone by Program Coordinators to schedule phone interviews.
For additional information and program requirements, please visit our fellowship program website: CT Surgery APP Fellowship Program
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