Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant / Thoracic - Per Diem - Bridgeport

Hartford HealthCare’s thoracic surgery and interventional pulmonology experts streamline care from screening through survivorship. Our combined model not only facilitates efficient communication and consultation among team members, but also broadens our capacity to diagnose and treat a wide spectrum of both benign and malignant diseases affecting the chest. This powerful synergy at Hartford Healthcare improves patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Our team collaborates seamlessly to provide unparalleled care for complex diagnoses, including lung and esophageal cancers, complex airway disease, and pleural disease. 

We are expanding and have an opportunity for a Physician Assistant or APRN to join our Bridgeport location and be part of a supportive and collaborative team of 7 PA’s and 6 MD’s across the state. If you are a Certified Physician Assistant or APRN licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Connecticut, we would like to speak with you. 

The Role of the Physician Assistant / APRN Includes:

·        Partnering directly with the Medical Director of Lung Screening Program, Hartford HealthCare & Director of Thoracic Surgery, Fairfield Region

·        Active participation in the lung cancer screening program, pulmonary nodule program, cancer conferences, and multi-disciplinary conferences.

·        Contributing in all aspect of the patient’s care; from managing consults and new patient visits, to the operating room, as well as follow ups and post-operative appointments in the hospital and outpatient settings

·        A well-rounded surgical experience; participating in oncologic care of lung and esophageal cancer patients, as well as benign thoracic and foregut conditions

·        Assisting top tier surgeons in the operating room

·        Learning the latest minimally invasive and open surgical techniques

·        Understanding the role of cancer staging and surgical resection.

·        Developing strong working relationships with referring providers

Shift: Per Diem 

About Hartford HealthCare’s Thoracic Service:

·        Equipped with the latest techniques for treating benign and malignant conditions of the lung, chest wall, and esophagus.

·        Offers minimally invasive techniques that include robotic surgery and VATS

·        Involvement in multidisciplinary collaboration through the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute.

·        Committed to providing compassionate care.

Our Location:

Located just 60 minutes from New York City, you and your family can live in the heart of New England’s most stunning and desirable communities, offering nationally acclaimed schools and exciting year-round recreation. Live at the shore or in vibrant urban and suburban communities.

·        Certified Physician Assistant or APRN licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Connecticut.

·        Cancer related surgical experience is preferred.

·        Robotic surgical experience preferred.

·        New grads welcome to apply.