Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery Currently seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a well-respected Cardiothoracic group practice in Montgomery, AL area. The ideal candidate will be board certified and currently licensed in Alabama with at least 1 year of Endoscopic Vein Harvesting experience. Responsibilities: • Examine patients to obtain information about their physical condition. • Provide physicians with assistance during surgery or complicated medical procedures. The types of surgeries would include CABG, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Bypass surgery, pacemaker lead extraction, surgical ablation, transmyocardial revascularization, valve repair and replacement and other thoracic surgeries including off pump cases for appropriate patients. • Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal. • Make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients. • Obtain, compile and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results to assist with surgical procedures of physical examination. • Explain procedures and aftercare requirements to patients and their families • Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests. • Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management. Requirements: • Master's degree or equivalent work experience • Must be board certified and currently licensed in Alabama • At least 1 year of Endoscopic Vein Harvesting experience • Must have the ability to work in office, emergency department or hospital Compensation and Benefits: • Salary: Competitive compensation) • Benefits: • Medical, Dental, and 401K with match • Malpractice coverage • PTO and Paid Holidays • $2,500 CME Allowance and CME Time Off • $10,000 Signing Bonus • Relocation Allowance