NP/PA - Cardiovascular Surgery

DescriptionExperienced CTS PA – CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LA Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 - commensurate with years of experience The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries. Christus Ochsner Health in SWLA: The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area. Post-operative care is enhanced by Impella support, UF/Aquadex technology, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems, including Hemosphere, Flo Trac, and ClearSight. Throughout the year, numerous opportunities for research, teaching, and community engagement are available. Additionally, the program features a robust multidisciplinary thoracic oncology initiative and a growing thoracic robotic surgery program. This is supported by the Christus Ochsner Foundation and Board, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization. Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle: Paid CMEPaid Time OffPaid Malpractice InsuranceMatched 401KEPIC EMRCompetitive compensation and benefits package Responsibilities: Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic. Shared call 1 in 3 calls Rotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends. Surgical Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic cases Outpatient Ambulatory Visits & Hospital Rounding Assess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissions Assist with vein harvesting, CABG and valve surgeries ICU and Telemetry experience is preferred Perform comprehensive history and physical exams Diagnose and treat conditions, providing follow-up care as needed Assist in surgeries, including first and second assisting Manage inpatient care, preoperative, and postoperative evaluations Perform invasive procedures (will train), including: Central vascular access Swan-Ganz insertion Chest tube insertion Endoscopic vessel harvesting Must be able to interact positively with all members of a multidisciplinary care team, patients and their families and possess the emotional intelligence to work collaboratively in a fast paced, high-acuity environment where quality and caring come first. Requirements: Current BLS and ACLS certifications Must have an active Louisiana PA license or be eligible to be licensed Physician Assistant Board Certification  Cardiac Surgical Experience (Minimum 5 years) Hospital & Ambulatory experience preferred Experience with robotic surgery is a plus, but we will train if not experienced with robotic surgery Recruiter: Richelle Howell [email protected] Additional Information: - Specialty: - Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States - Contact: About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.