Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - CVTS
Core
Guide patients through every stage of the cardiothoracic surgical journey, from initial evaluation to postoperative recovery.
Role type
Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Builds
Cardiothoracic surgical care continuum
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiothoracic Surgery
Required skills
Patient evaluation, Preoperative testing coordination, Surgical scheduling, Medical clearances, Patient education, Outpatient referral management, Heart Team discussions, Postoperative rounds, Inpatient management, Discharge coordination, Follow-up care planning, Postoperative visit management
Preferred skills
Building relationships with patients, Working with multidisciplinary teams
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Evaluate and prepare patients for cardiothoracic surgery, Coordinate preoperative testing and scheduling, Manage outpatient referrals and participate in Heart Team discussions, Round on postoperative patients and assist with inpatient management, Coordinate discharges and follow-up care, Conduct postoperative visits and manage patient communications