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Job description
Overview
AP Health is seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant to serve as the Clinical Director of Cardiac Surgery in the greater Las Vegas area. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in cardiac surgery with strong clinical and leadership expertise. This is a hybrid role that combines surgical first-assist responsibilities with operational and program management duties, offering a unique opportunity to influence both patient care and service line growth within a distinguished team delivering top-tier care.
What You Will Do (Administrative)
Recruitment & Onboarding: Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs, assist in interviewing advanced practice providers and clinical staff, and lead onboarding/training initiatives to ensure smooth integration into the surgical team.
Business Development & Physician Relations: Support service line growth by fostering relationships with referring physicians, participating in outreach efforts, and contributing to strategic planning for expanding surgical volumes and new service offerings.
Operational Workflow Management: Oversee day-to-day coordination of surgical schedules, staffing coverage, and resource allocation; implement process improvements to maximize OR efficiency and optimize patient flow.
Program Development & Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on clinical outcomes, compliance, and patient satisfaction.
What You Will Do (Clinical)
Function as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room for cardiac procedures
Position and drape patients under the direction of the surgeon
Perform Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physicals
Round on post-op patients in ICU and step-down units
Participate in a rotating schedule for weekend and night CVOR coverage
What Do You Need
10+ years of experience functioning as a surgical first assist in cardiac surgery
Experience in taking independent call
3+ years of leadership experience as a Lead APP, supervisor, or in a managerial role within a surgical service line (preferred)
Current Nevada State License
Board certification by the NCCPA (for PAs) or relevant board (for NPs)
Active BLS and ACLS
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A strategic mindset and ability to collaborate across departments
Benefits
Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life insurance
401K with company match
Participation in our Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
Paid malpractice, state license, and credentialing fees
Tuition reimbursement
$1,500 CME stipend + 3 paid CME days
Generous PTO and a strong commitment to life/work balance
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Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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