Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery NP/PA at Adelphi… · Lexington

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: A-NP-70329
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
• Specialty: NP/PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Lexington, KY
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: Nov 26, 2026 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: Mon–Fri: 7a-7p
• Call Schedule:
  • Night call: 7p-7a
  • Weekend call: 7a-7a
• Call Type: Bepper
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
• Travel, Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

COVERAGE DATES

• Nov 26, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026
• Dec 18, 2026 – Dec 28, 2026
• Jan 29, 2027
• Feb 11, 2027 – Feb 15, 2027
• Apr 3, 2027 – Apr 11, 2027
• May 11, 2027 – May 28, 2027
• Ongoing dates TBD

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 1-2 surgeries daily
• Rounding: Weekend rounding included
• Case Mix: Cardiothoracic surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, Thoracotomy/lung resection)

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff Available: None needed

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 90-110 days

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• First assist in CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy/lung resection cases
• Vein harvest and chest tube placement
• OR duties including surgical assisting
• Telemetry and ICU patient management

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: Board Certified in relevant specialty
• Licenses: Active KY license or willingness to obtain
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Experience: Proficiency in Cardiothoracic surgery procedures
• Other Qualifications: Clean malpractice history, Epic EMR proficiency

Duties & Responsibilities

• First assist in Cardiothoracic surgeries including CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy/lung resection.
• Perform OR duties such as vein harvest, chest tube placement, and surgical assisting.
• Manage telemetry and ICU patients, providing post-operative care and monitoring.
• Take call duties 1-2 days per week and one weekend per month (Friday 7am to Monday 7am).
• Conduct inpatient rounds on weekends, covering procedures and surgery duties.