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Advanced Practice Provider - APP - Thoracic Surgery
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What they do
A Surgical Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in surgical operating rooms and surgery departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$118,917 / year median in Missouri
+13% projected growth
Job Description
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is seeking a full-time Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative, patient-centered team. Practice alongside three Thoracic surgeons and three RN Navigators in a well-established setting that offers autonomy, mentorship, and a healthy work-life balance.
Qualifications:
Surgical APP practice experience sought; if you are a new or recent graduate with surgical clinicals or rotations, please inquire Master's degree from an accredited NP or PA program Missouri NP/APRN or PA licensure/certification
Position Highlights:
Monday-Friday schedule. Clinical responsibilities seeing follow-up and post-op patients at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Hospital rounding on post-op patients and clinical prep at both SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Ability to have a well-rounded practice with excellent collaboration with physician/surgeons and amazing nursing staff No nights or weekends Strong onboarding and physician mentorship Mission-driven, patient-focused culture About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St.
Louis:
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is a two-time winner of the Premier Award for Quality, and one of Forbes' 2026 Top Hospitals. Centrally located in metro St. Louis, the hospital provides exceptional care and is a Level III Time Critical Diagnosis STEMI Center. The 525-bed hospital offers a wide variety of in and outpatient services, including cancer care, a wound center, CV and open-heart surgery, a chest pain center, and advanced stroke care. SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis handles high-risk obstetrics and fetal surgery, along with comprehensive women's breast health services. Advanced diagnostic and comprehensive robotic-assisted procedural equipment are available. Through its affiliation with St. Louis University School of Medicine, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis offers residency programs in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and OBGYN.
Community Description:
Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, there's always something to do or see here. SSM Health is an
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com. Facility & Address MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis 6420 Clayton Road Saint Louis, MO 63117
Links Landing Page Contact Information Mike Dahlke, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter Phone:
608-484-8422
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