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PA - Surgery-General - Flagstaff, Arizona

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Organization

Flagstaff Medical Center

Location

Flagstaff, Arizona

Specialty

Surgery-General

Shift

8hr Days

Employment type

Contract

Posted date

Jul 20, 2026

Start date

Aug 10, 2026

Full assignment description

Job Opportunity - Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Arizona

Start Date: August 10, 2026
Location: Northern Arizona
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Housing/Travel: Lodging recommendations available; to qualified applicants
Schedule: 4 days per month, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, plus beeper call coverage 3:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Highlights:

Support an established cardiothoracic surgeon in a 199-bed acute care facility
Manage 10-15 CVICU and step-down patients daily, plus 1-2 surgical cases
Perform specialized procedures including temporary pacemaker removal, chest tube removal, IABP removal, and A-line placement
EMR system: Cerner with mandatory remote training provided prior to start
Adult and geriatric patient population with comprehensive cardiothoracic case mix
Orientation includes structured training with call coverage support

Requirements:

Active Arizona Physician Assistant license or Arizona APRN license (or eligible for licensure)
Board certification: PA-C by NCCPA or AANP/ANCC certification for NPs
Minimum 3 years of recent cardiothoracic surgery experience with proficiency in endoscopic vessel harvesting (EVH)
Graduate from NCCPA-approved PA program or completion of Acute Care NP program with RN/NP First Assistant training
Current DEA, ACLS, and BLS certifications (American Heart Association)
COVID-19 and flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)
Credentialing timeline: 30 days; case logs and vaccination records required

Why It's a Fit:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cardiothoracic advanced practice provider to deliver high-quality perioperative and critical care in a supportive team environment. You'll work closely with a dedicated surgical team, manage complex cardiac patients, and utilize your technical skills in a well-equipped facility. The Northern Arizona setting offers a desirable quality of life with four-season climate and accessible mountain recreation.

PA - Surgery-General - Flagstaff, Arizona

Full assignment description

Job Opportunity - Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Arizona

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