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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - MCSD/LVAD

Nurse PractitionerIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120K–$167K /yr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

The CV Surgery Mechanical Circulatory Support Device (MCSD) program is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work with our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and NP PAs in managing care of patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD) in the CV Surgery LVAD clinic.

The position involves providing consultation and evaluation of heart failure patients for LVAD implantation as well as long-term management of the patients after LVAD implantation.

The provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive assessment and diagnosis, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents and treatments, and determining the ongoing plan of care for this medically complex patient population, ensuring comprehensive communication with members of the patients care team, and providing support for external medical providers and facilities caring for the LVAD patients in both emergent and non-emergent situations.

Cross coverage with the CV Surgery outpatient clinic will also be expected, seeing pre-operative and post-operative cardiovascular surgery patients. Ability to assist in research, education, and quality improvement projects are available and encouraged. Prior LVAD experience is highly recommended.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.

Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.

Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves managing care for patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD) in the CV Surgery LVAD clinic, including consultation, evaluation for implantation, and long-term management. Responsibilities also include comprehensive assessment, ordering tests, prescribing treatments, and ensuring communication across the care team and supporting external providers.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited nursing program with Nurse Practitioner certification (FNP, ANP, or ACNP) eligible in Minnesota, or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with NCCPA certification eligible in Minnesota. Prior LVAD experience is highly recommended, and eligibility for DEA registration and billing privileges is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

LVAD ManagementDiagnostic Tests InterpretationPlan of Care Determination

Cardiovascular Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 40 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 25% are remote, 53% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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  • Includes call