Job Description Summary
One-year APP fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Entity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-26
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Summary/ Purpose: This one-year fellowship focuses on intraoperative and clinical experiences, as well as a robust didactic curriculum, to provide well-rounded education intended to fully prepare an APP for a full-time position in cardiac surgery. Ideal candidates would be a new APP or an APP wishing to change specialties. The APP fellowship will provide a primary surgical training experience, as a first assist in the OR, along with rotations on the inpatient service team, CVICU, and outpatient clinic, allowing the fellow to perform the highest level of care through their ability to triage, evaluate, treat, and manage cardiac disorders. Additionally, the APP Fellow will have the opportunity to learn and complete competencies on various procedures such as Endoscopic saphenous vein harvest, central venous catheters, arterial catheters, and chest tube placement. APP Fellows will be supported throughout the fellowship by the departments APP Lead as well as APP mentors, physician residents and physician leaders.
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried
Hours per week: Extended clinical schedule with additional didactic requirements
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: October 2025 through September 2026. Varied schedule based on location of rotation.
Patient Population Focus
Cardiac Surgery
Patient Population Age Range
13 years-death
Required Minimum Training and Experience
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.
or
APRN
AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (13 years to death), stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting. (Select if Adult ICU)
FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan. (FNP must always be listed on all postings)
APRNs must have RNFA (registered nurse first assist) certification prior to starting the fellowship.
Preferred Training and Experience
Preferred Training: Physician Assistant or if APRN License Type/Certification:
or
APRN
AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.)
Degree of Supervision
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician and APP Lead for Cardiac Surgery.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations
All certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
If applicable, DHEC and DEA license applications must be started prior to first day.
Job Duties
Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:
Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
Rounds with cardiac surgical team in am and pm.
Attends weekly TSDA and Valve team teaching conferences
Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief
Examples: Endoscopic saphenous vein harvest, Chest tube and pacing wire removal, arterial line placement, ultrasound guided IV placement, wound vac placement, simple suture, etc.
Assists in the Operating room.
Works in the outpatient clinic setting meeting all documentation and billing requirements.
Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
Documents and bills for direct care provided when appropriate
Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
Attends education and academic sessions as determined by APP Lead, APP Manager or APP Fellowship Director
Completes presentations, lectures, QI projects or other academic requirements as set by MUSC APP Fellowship Director or Department
Participates in required MUSC APP Fellowship activities
APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter as part of the application, highlighting how the fellowship aligns with the applicant's career aspirations. Applicants chosen for interview will be required to send 2-3 letters of recommendation to the department prior to their interview.
Physical Requirements
Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.
Additional Job Description
Required Minimum Training and Experience: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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