Cardiology Physician Assistant- Part Time
SHERIDAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL•Sheridan, MI
8d
About The Position
Cardiology Physician Assistant – Clinical and Surgical First Assist Position Summary The Cardiology Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive clinical care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including pre‑ and post-procedural management, diagnostic evaluation, and ongoing patient education. This role also serves as a Surgical First Assist in the cardiovascular service line, supporting cardiologists and cardiac surgeons in the operating room and procedural environments.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current NCCPA certification and state PA licensure.
- Minimum 1–2 years of cardiology or surgical experience required.
- BLS and ACLS certifications required.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision‑making skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including histories, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretation.
- Manage pre‑ and post-procedure patients in collaboration with the cardiology team.
- First assist in cardiovascular surgical and interventional procedures within scope and credentialing.
- Perform procedures as delegated (e.g., removing sutures, wound care, line placement).
- Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic cardiac conditions.
- Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic studies such as ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and laboratory results.
- Provide patient and family education regarding cardiac conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow‑up care.
- Document all patient encounters and procedures in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiologists, surgeons, nursing staff, and ancillary services.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical pathways, and protocol development.
- Other duties as assigned.
