NP or PA - Outpatient Cardiology
About The Position
South Bay Cardiovascular Associates, affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center® and Catholic Health, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for its outpatient cardiology practice in West Islip, New York. The provider will work alongside experienced cardiologists in a collaborative setting focused on comprehensive, high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered cardiovascular care. The position includes outpatient practice and Saturday, Sunday, and holiday weekend rotations as needed. St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®, part of Catholic Health, is described as New York State's only specialty-designated cardiac center and is nationally recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care. Physicians and advanced practice providers work collaboratively to provide advanced diagnostic services, evidence-based treatments, and comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout Long Island. The salary range is USD $71.98–$93.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Current New York State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
- Current national board certification appropriate to the provider's discipline.
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
- DEA registration if required for assigned responsibilities.
- Knowledge of cardiovascular conditions, diagnostic testing, and treatment protocols.
- Proficiency in 12-lead EKG interpretation.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient management skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to participate in Saturday rotations as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in cardiology or electrophysiology.
- Experience with exercise stress testing and/or nuclear stress testing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and clinical evaluations.
- Collaborate with cardiologists in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with cardiovascular conditions.
- Order and interpret laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, and medications within the provider's scope of practice.
- Review and communicate cardiac diagnostic test results, including 12-lead EKGs and other cardiovascular studies.
- Participate in cardiac stress testing and related diagnostic evaluations as appropriate to training and assigned responsibilities.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
- Coordinate hospital admissions, transfers, referrals, and follow-up care as clinically indicated.
- Educate patients and families about cardiovascular conditions, medications, treatment plans, and preventive care.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and clinical standards.
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Job Type
Full-time
