Stress Testing

State of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

52d

About The Position

UVA Health is seeking a dedicated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP)-Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA)-to join the Nuclear Medicine & Stress Lab team. The APP will play a key role in the evaluation, supervision, and care of patients undergoing nuclear cardiology and stress testing procedures. This role provides an opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and technologists. The APP will work across two locations University Hospital and Fontaine Clinics 4-5 days per week (Monday -Friday) 8-10 hours per day ________________________________________ About UVA Health UVA Health is a world-class academic health system with a mission to transform health and inspire hope for all Virginians and beyond. We are committed to advancing patient care, education, and discovery, with APPs serving as vital members of our multidisciplinary care teams. UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
Experience: Department and unit specific.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive pre-test assessments, including patient history, physical exam, and risk stratification.
Independently perform, monitor, and interpret exercise and pharmacologic stress testing in collaboration with supervising physicians.
Provide patient management during procedures, ensuring safety and rapid response to clinical changes.
Deliver post-test care, including patient education, follow-up recommendations, and communication of results to referring providers.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and nuclear medicine technologists to optimize clinical workflow and patient experience.
Participate in protocol development, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives within the Stress Lab.
Contribute to patient access by assisting with triage and scheduling of appropriate testing.
Serve as a clinical resource for stress testing and nuclear cardiology within the Cardiology division.
Support the education and training of students and new staff through precepting and onboarding activities.