Advanced Practitioner/ Cardiothoracic

Oklahoma Heart Hospital
paid time off, short term disability
United States, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
4050 West Memorial Road (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
Overview ONE TEAM. ALL HEART. At Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH), patient care is at the heart of everything we do. Our team members are involved in every aspect of their patients' care and provide hope, compassion and healing to patients and their families. In collaboration with our physicians and other caregivers, our team members are helping to shape the way OHH serves the state and leads the nation. Top Tier Benefit Packages: Medical, Dental, and Vision 401 (k) plan including employer match Long-term & short term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) Extended Medical Benefit (EMB) Continuing education and professional development opportunities Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Flex, Float etc.). For benefit eligible positions, benefits begin first day of employment. Location: North Hospital 4050 W. Memorial Rd. OKC, OK 73120 Shift: Full time, Days Monday -Friday Responsibilities OHH Advanced Practitioner (Physician Assistant or AGAC Nurse Practitioner) - Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic & Hospital Services The OHH Advanced Practitioner provides specialized cardiothoracic surgical care and performs delegated medical services under physician supervision. This role supports the full continuum of care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, including pre-operative evaluation, post-operative management, hospital rounding, and outpatient follow-up. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive evaluations for cardiothoracic conditions including coronary artery disease, valvular disease, thoracic aortic disease, and lung pathology Obtain detailed medical histories, perform focused cardiopulmonary examinations, and interpret diagnostic findings (imaging, labs, and cardiac testing) Perform pre-operative assessments, risk stratification, and patient education for cardiothoracic surgical procedures Manage post-operative care in clinic and hospital settings, including wound evaluation, chest tube monitoring, medication management, and complication surveillance Perform hospital rounding and evaluate new cardiothoracic surgery consults at assigned clinical sites Complete History & Physical (H&P) examinations, progress notes, operative follow-up documentation, and discharge summaries Manage an independent clinic schedule for post-surgical and long-term follow-up patients Maintain accurate and compliant electronic medical records (EMR) and dictate medical reports Respond to physician pager calls and manage patient needs while physician is in procedures, as directed Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, families, and medical staff Maintain flexible work hours to support surgical service needs, including early, late, and variable shifts Core Competencies Cardiothoracic Surgery * Pre-Operative Evaluation * Post-Operative Management * Hospital Rounding * Surgical Follow-Up Care * Patient Assessment * Clinical Documentation * EMR Systems * Care Coordination * Cardiopulmonary Evaluation * Healthcare Compliance Qualifications Qualifications - Physician Assistant Graduate of an Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) approved Physician Assistant program Current Physician Assistant license through the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular, or surgical care experience preferred Qualifications - Nurse Practitioner (AGAC) Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program National certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) from a certifying body recognized by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in Oklahoma Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience in acute care, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular medicine, or critical care preferred Licensure/Certification: Current BLS certification required. Experience: Cardiology experience preferred. As part of our team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care.Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients' experience. Theyare the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care. #ohhrn OHH Advanced Practitioner (Physician Assistant or AGAC Nurse Practitioner) - Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic & Hospital Services The OHH Advanced Practitioner provides specialized cardiothoracic surgical care and performs delegated medical services under physician supervision. This role supports the full continuum of care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, including pre-operative evaluation, post-operative management, hospital rounding, and outpatient follow-up. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive evaluations for cardiothoracic conditions including coronary artery disease, valvular disease, thoracic aortic disease, and lung pathology Obtain detailed medical histories, perform focused cardiopulmonary examinations, and interpret diagnostic findings (imaging, labs, and cardiac testing) Perform pre-operative assessments, risk stratification, and patient education for cardiothoracic surgical procedures Manage post-operative care in clinic and hospital settings, including wound evaluation, chest tube monitoring, medication management, and complication surveillance Perform hospital rounding and evaluate new cardiothoracic surgery consults at assigned clinical sites Complete History & Physical (H&P) examinations, progress notes, operative follow-up documentation, and discharge summaries Manage an independent clinic schedule for post-surgical and long-term follow-up patients Maintain accurate and compliant electronic medical records (EMR) and dictate medical reports Respond to physician pager calls and manage patient needs while physician is in procedures, as directed Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, families, and medical staff Maintain flexible work hours to support surgical service needs, including early, late, and variable shifts Core Competencies Cardiothoracic Surgery * Pre-Operative Evaluation * Post-Operative Management * Hospital Rounding * Surgical Follow-Up Care * Patient Assessment * Clinical Documentation * EMR Systems * Care Coordination * Cardiopulmonary Evaluation * Healthcare Compliance Qualifications - Physician Assistant Graduate of an Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) approved Physician Assistant program Current Physician Assistant license through the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular, or surgical care experience preferred Qualifications - Nurse Practitioner (AGAC) Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program National certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) from a certifying body recognized by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in Oklahoma Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience in acute care, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular medicine, or critical care preferred Licensure/Certification: Current BLS certification required. Experience: Cardiology experience preferred. As part of our team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care. Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients' experience. They are the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care. #ohhrn