<p>A full-time Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery APP opportunity is open in Memphis, Tennessee, embedded within an established CV surgery team. The role blends hands-on operating room participation with structured inpatient rounding, offering an NP or PA meaningful procedural engagement alongside experienced cardiothoracic surgeons. Endoscopic vein harvesting is a core technical expectation, making this a strong fit for an APP who wants to maintain and sharpen advanced surgical skills in a high-acuity cardiovascular environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary, negotiable based on experience</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>CME allowance</li> <li>Malpractice coverage provided</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dual-focus role: operating room participation and inpatient rounding within a cardiovascular surgery service</li> <li>Endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is a required procedural competency for this position</li> <li>CV ICU experience is preferred, reflecting the high-acuity postoperative patient population</li> <li>Integrated into an established cardiovascular surgery team with defined APP support structure</li> <li>Open to both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)</li> <li>Demonstrated endoscopic vein harvesting experience — required</li> <li>Background in cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgery, with CV ICU exposure preferred</li> <li>Active Tennessee APP license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort managing high-acuity cardiovascular surgery patients in both the OR and inpatient settings</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Memphis sits on the Mississippi River in the southwestern corner of Tennessee, offering a low cost of living and the significant financial advantage of no state income tax. The city is home to a nationally recognized music and culinary culture, a robust healthcare ecosystem, and easy access to outdoor recreation across the mid-South region. For APPs relocating from higher cost-of-living markets, Memphis delivers strong purchasing power alongside a genuinely livable, culturally rich urban environment.</p>