NP/PA – CVOR First Assist Opportunity – Eastern North Carolina
Position Overview
A leading healthcare system in eastern North Carolina is seeking a Board-Certified Physician Assistant or RNFA-certified Nurse Practitioner to join its cardiothoracic surgery team as a Cardiac Surgery First Assist (CVOR). The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience with a high-volume CT surgery program and proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting.
Position Highlights
- Employed by a large regional healthcare network
- 100% OR-based position
- Join a collaborative team of cardiac surgeons and experienced first assist NP/PAs
- State-of-the-art cardiac facility with hybrid CVOR and spacious operating suites
- Over 1,000 pump cases performed annually
- Robotic surgery program
- If NP, RNFA certification required
- Structured orientation for both NPs and PAs
- BLS and ACLS required (American Heart Association)
- Compensated call schedule
- Competitive salary and full benefits, plus relocation assistance
Health System Overview
The health system is a not-for-profit academic network serving more than 1.4 million residents across 29 counties in eastern North Carolina. It includes multiple hospitals and more than 185 primary and specialty clinics. The flagship medical center is a Level I Trauma Center and serves as the primary teaching site for a regional medical school.
The affiliated heart institute is nationally recognized and features a six-story tower with advanced cardiovascular diagnostics, operating rooms, and 120 dedicated beds for cardiac and vascular care.
Community Highlights – Greenville, NC
- One of North Carolina’s fastest-growing cities with a metro population of nearly 100,000
- Home to a major university and medical school
- Vibrant arts, music, culinary, and festival scene in the Uptown district
- Located 1 hour from Raleigh and 1.5 hours from the Crystal Coast beaches
- Excellent public and private school options and affordable housing
- Abundant outdoor activities including boating, hiking, and kayaking
- Mild climate and cost of living below the national average