<p>A hospital-employed Cardiothoracic Surgery program in Savannah, Georgia is recruiting a full-time Advanced Practice Provider — Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner — to join a high-volume adult cardiac and thoracic surgery team. The role spans the full perioperative continuum: first-assisting in advanced hybrid ORs, managing CVICU patients, rounding on inpatient surgical cases, and following patients through outpatient recovery. Savannah combines a nationally recognized coastal lifestyle with a sophisticated, well-resourced cardiovascular program — a rare pairing for an APP seeking both clinical depth and quality of life.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package (hospital-employed model)</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>Paid professional malpractice coverage</li> <li>CME allowance plus paid CME time off</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time APP role embedded in an established, high-volume adult cardiac and thoracic surgery program</li> <li>First-assist responsibilities in the operating room across adult cardiac and thoracic procedures</li> <li>Endoscopic Vein Harvest (EVH) experience utilized and valued</li> <li>Comprehensive scope: pre-operative evaluation, inpatient rounding, CVICU management, and outpatient post-operative follow-up</li> <li>Access to advanced hybrid ORs and state-of-the-art cardiovascular technology</li> <li>Dedicated CVICU with intensivist collaboration</li> <li>Multidisciplinary team includes Cardiothoracic Surgeons, Interventional Cardiologists, Intensivists, Anesthesiologists, and fellow APPs</li> <li>Dedicated surgical support staff throughout the perioperative environment</li> <li>Competitive call schedule structured to support work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program</li> <li>Active Georgia licensure or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>First-assist experience required</li> <li>Cardiothoracic surgery clinical experience preferred</li> <li>Endoscopic Vein Harvest (EVH) experience preferred</li> <li>Strong perioperative and postoperative cardiac surgery management skills</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Savannah is one of the American South's most celebrated cities — a walkable, architecturally stunning coastal destination known for its historic squares, vibrant arts district, acclaimed dining scene, and year-round festivals. Tybee Island beaches, boating, fishing, kayaking, cycling, and golf are all within minutes, while a mild climate makes outdoor living a daily reality rather than a seasonal one. Families benefit from excellent public and private schools, affordable coastal living, and a convenient international airport with easy connectivity throughout the Southeast.</p>