NP - Cardiac Surgery Job in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Job ID:

Thoracic Surgery NP/PA Provide advanced practice care for adult thoracic surgery patients in both hospital and outpatient clinic settings in Bridgeport, CT. This locum tenens assignment runs 07/27/2026-10/31/2026, with a clinical schedule of 3-4 days per week (10-hour shifts). On-call is unlikely.

Responsibilities:

First assist in the OR for thoracic, lung, foregut, and minimally invasive/robotic procedures Perform inpatient rounding, admissions, discharges, and ongoing inpatient management Evaluate and manage clinic patients and coordinate outpatient care Collaborate with the thoracic surgery team and specialty backup to ensure high-quality patient care Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

Requirements:

NP or PA, board certified or board eligible Active CT license preferred Demonstrated experience in thoracic (non-cardiac) and robotic surgery; minimally invasive thoracic and foregut surgery experience preferred Ability to perform first assist duties in the operating room Current influenza vaccination required

Facility & Privileges:

Hospital-based practice with outpatient clinic coverage Specialty backup provided by the thoracic surgery team Hospital privileges required; temporary privileges and credentialing timeline to be determined

Compensation & Benefits:

Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance provided