Description

Physician Assistant | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Martinsburg, WV
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a growing Heart & Vascular Institute in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This leadership role combines advanced clinical practice with APP team oversight while working alongside a collaborative team of cardiothoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary providers.

Position Highlights

• Leadership role within the Cardiothoracic Surgery service

• Combination of clinical care and APP leadership responsibilities

• Opportunity to participate in staff development, quality improvement, and program growth

• Collaborative Heart & Vascular Institute with strong physician and APP support

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, including preoperative and postoperative management.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with cardiothoracic surgeons.

• Lead and mentor the APP team, assisting with staffing, onboarding, credentialing, scheduling, and professional development.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and ensure high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, education, research, and departmental leadership activities.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with hospital policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (ACNP or FNP preferred) or NCCPA-certified Physician Assistant.

• Minimum of 3 years of Cardiothoracic Surgery experience required.

• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.

• Current BLS certification (ACLS as required by the department).

• Must obtain and maintain both West Virginia and Virginia licensure.

• Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.