PA/ARNP Hospitalist - Cardiothoracic Surgery - (26005366)
POSITION SUMMARY:The department of Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking two full-time PA/ARNPs for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. These positions will primarily provide perioperative care for surgical patients in the operating room, including first-assist responsibilities. These APPs may also participate in the care of hospitalized and ambulatory patients and assist with inpatient unit needs as required. Manage length of stay, improve resource utilization, and decrease costs to patients and the institution while providing personalized care to the cardiothoracic surgery patients within the Department of Surgery and UI Heart and Vascular Center. To be part of a team that cares for the cardiac and thoracic patient population across the continuum of care, pre-procedure, intraoperative and post-operative management. These positions require weekend, holiday and night call coverage responsibilities as clinically indicated. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:ClinicalProvide comprehensive medical and surgical management of patients residing within the cardiothoracic surgery service, as well as patients that are managed collaboratively with other services such Anesthesia, Cardiology, and Critical Care.
Facilitate timely admissions, discharges and transfers.
Obtain complete health and medical histories form the patient and family.
Perform comprehensive physical exams on patients.
Exhibit current and comprehensive knowledge of vascular, cardiac and thoracic diseases.
Assess and facilitate referrals and consultation per patient needs.
Demonstrate accountability for evaluation of clinical practice including adherence to organizational, state, and national practice standards and codes.
Perform medical diagnosis, therapeutic procedures, and prescribes medications as clinically indicated for patient care.
Order and evaluate lab, x-ray, EKG, echo, and other tests as clinically indicated.
Provide anticipatory guidance and counseling to patients and families receiving vascular/thoracic/cardiac surgery.
Document patient assessment and plan of care in the electronic medical record and generate appropriate health reports for outgoing correspondence.
Attend rounds/bed huddles in the ICUs and step-down units.
Function as first assist in the OR with invasive procedures including but not limited to endovascular vein harvesting, and central line placement.
Insert and remove chest tubes, discontinues epicardial wires and documents procedures in the electronic medical record.
Manage intra-aortic balloon pumps and discontinue as clinically indicated.
Perform Extracorporeal Life Support Device management and device interrogation.
ConsultationServe in a consultative and resource capacity to other divisions, departments and health care professionals as needed for management of cardiac, vascular and thoracic patients.
Provide expert knowledge and model behavioral skills that appropriately impact clinical practice and patient outcomes.
EducationProvide education and serve as a resource for nursing staff, medical and advanced practice provider students, and residents in area of clinical expertise.
Participate in the development, utilization and evaluation of resources to meet patient/family educational needs.
Contribute to professional sharing of expertise and knowledge with others.
Participate in thoracic, cardiac and vascular surgery conferences and presentations.
Maintain necessary continuing medical/nursing education requirements for licensure.
AdministrationContribute toward the achievement of divisional and departmental goals.
Perform other projects or tasks designated by supervisor.
Research/QA/QIParticipate in the development and implementation of divisional and departmental QA/QI/research programs.
Participate in consent and protocols for clinical trials/research projects in conjunction with other disciplines.
Complete and update clinical data collection, assist with the maintenance of Society of Thoracic Surgery registry and other databases.
Participate in thoracic, cardiac and vascular surgery research projects.
Professional ResponsibilitiesParticipate in clinically relevant activities and attend UI Health Care APP council meetings and other conferences to enhance clinical and professional expertise.
Maintain national and state licensing and certification requirements.
Maintain current compliances (University, UI Health Care, Departmental etc.) as required.
Supervision ReceivedClinical practice oversight received from the assigned collaborating physician. Functional and administrative oversight received from the APP lead.
Physician Associate
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Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
UI Health Care Core Values (WE CARE) WelcomingWe have an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard; that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees; and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.ExcellenceWe achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.Collaboration We collaborate with health care systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork—guided by compassion—is the best way to work.Accountability We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.Respect We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community.EmpowermentWe commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.References: Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment processContact lisa-pfannebecker@uiowa.edu with any questions or inquiries regarding this position opening.
: Iowa City
: Patient Care Providers
: Healthcare
: Regular
Full-time
: No
: Sep 29, 2026, 7:59:56 PM
WE CARE Core Values
Welcoming: We strive for an environment where every voice is heard, emphasize, regular communication, and seek transparency wherever possible.
Excellence: We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do.
Collaboration: We believe teamwork is the best way to work.
Accountability: We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.
Respect: We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person.
Equity: We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness.
Mission
Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care is changing medicine through:
• Pioneering discovery
• Innovative interprofessional education
• Delivery of superb clinical care
• An extraordinary patient experience in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, team-based environment
University of Iowa Health Care is changing lives by:
• Preventing and curing disease
• Improving health and well-being
Vision
World Class People: Building on our greatest strength.
World Class Medicine: Creating a new standard of excellence in integrated patient care, research, and education.
For Iowa and the World: Making a difference in quality of life and health for generations.
Recognitions/ Awards
In its 2020 rankings of “Best Employer for Diversity," Forbes ranked UI Health Care No. 47 overall among large employers nationwide and No. 10 in its Healthcare & Social category.
