Job Title: Locum Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Cardiovascular Surgery
Location: Portland, Maine
Overview:
Join a nationally respected Cardiovascular Surgery team as a Locum NP or PA in beautiful Portland, ME . This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider to step into a high-acuity inpatient setting , contributing meaningfully to a cohesive, collaborative, and independent APP group that plays a vital role in patient care.
Position Highlights:
Assignment Length: 3 6 months (with potential to extend)
Work Schedule:
OR Rotation: Four hour shifts per week
ICU Rotation: Three hour shifts per week (includes overnight in-house coverage)
Weekends: 1 in 4 or 5 on-call (Friday 6 PM Monday 6 AM)
Weekday Call: 1 2 evenings per week (6 PM 6 AM)
Volume & Team:
7 Adult Cardiovascular Surgeons
32 Advanced Practice Providers
1,600 pump cases annually
All adult cardiac surgery procedures performed except transplants
Key Responsibilities:
Independently manage complex ICU cases in a high-acuity environment
Vein harvesting using Maquet Hemopro2 EVH System
Assist in the operating room (OR) autonomously
Collaborate with a tight-knit, experienced APP team and surgeon group
Participate in call and weekend rotations as scheduled
Why You'll Love This Role:
High degree of autonomy and respect within a collaborative APP group
Immediate credentialing support, including emergency privileges
Supportive and team-oriented environment with strong physician-APP relationships
Requirements:
Board Certified NP/PA with Acute Care Certification Required
Active ME License or IMLC Compact License Required
Fully COVID & Flu vaccinated Required
Proficient in vein harvesting and OR assistance Required
Independent ICU management experience Required
Ready to elevate your career and make a real impact?
Apply now to join one of the most respected cardiovascular surgery programs in the Northeast.