Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular Genetics (UMMC)
About The Position
University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a Certified Nurse Practitioner or Certified Physician Assistant to join our Cardiovascular Genetics practice at the M Health Fairview Clinics and Surgery Center in Minneapolis. This role involves providing comprehensive, longitudinal ambulatory care for adults with inherited or suspected genetic cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include performing patient evaluations, developing individualized care plans, managing and surveilling patients with inherited cardiovascular disease, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team including genetic counselors and physician specialists. The position also involves reviewing genetic testing results, incorporating family histories into risk assessments, identifying patients for genetic evaluation, and participating in the development of the Cardiovascular Genetics program. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, and appropriate resource utilization, with care individualized to the patient's needs. Occasional cross-coverage for inpatient General Cardiology may be required. Documentation and communication will be managed through an integrated Electronic Medical Record (Epic). Possible outreach sites include Maple Grove or Fridley.
Requirements
- A graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or formal Adult Nurse Practitioner training program.
- Eligible or is certified through NCCPA, ANCC or AANP.
- Licensed or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through the MN Board of Medical Practice (PAs) or MN APRN license or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through MN Board of Nursing (NP’s).
- Able to meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in Cardiology or Genetics
Responsibilities
- Work in the ambulatory space to provide comprehensive, longitudinal ambulatory care for adults with inherited or suspected genetic cardiovascular conditions, including cardiomyopathies, inherited arrhythmia syndromes, aortopathies, and other heritable cardiovascular diseases.
- Perform new and follow-up patient evaluations, including comprehensive histories, physical assessments, review of diagnostic testing, and development of individualized plans of care in collaboration with the Cardiovascular Genetics team.
- Provide ongoing management and surveillance for patients with inherited cardiovascular disease, including coordination of appropriate cardiac imaging, rhythm monitoring, laboratory testing, and other diagnostic evaluations.
- Work closely with cardiovascular genetic counselors and physician specialists in the evaluation of patients and families with known or suspected inherited cardiovascular disease.
- Participate in the review and interpretation of genetic testing results within the APP's scope of practice and in collaboration with genetic counselors and physicians, incorporating results into individualized cardiovascular management, surveillance plans, and the importance of appropriate screening for at-risk family members.
- Review and incorporate multigenerational family histories and pedigrees into cardiovascular risk assessment and clinical decision-making.
- Help identify patients who may benefit from genetic evaluation and facilitate appropriate referrals for genetic counseling and testing.
- Collaborate closely with cardiovascular genetics, genetic counseling, electrophysiology, heart failure, cardiovascular imaging, vascular/aortic specialists, and other multidisciplinary partners to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Participate and help lead monthly Cardiovascular Genetics Multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Communicate recommendations and plans of care with referring physicians, primary care providers, and outside institutions to promote continuity of care.
- Provide General Cardiology care, including evaluation and longitudinal management of cardiovascular conditions with an emphasis on cardiac sarcoidosis.
- Support timely patient access through independent APP clinics and collaborative physician/APP practice.
- Participate in the continued development and growth of the Cardiovascular Genetics program, including opportunities to help develop clinical workflows, care pathways, patient education, and best practices for inherited cardiovascular disease.
- Demonstrate a commitment to exemplary patient care, evidence-based practice, and appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.
- Deliver care individualized to the developmental, cultural, and clinical needs of the population served.
- Provide occasional cross-coverage for inpatient General Cardiology based on clinical and operational needs.
- Utilize a fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (Epic) for documentation, communication, and coordination of care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance including a vision discount plan.
- Substantial 401K employer contribution
- Generous flexible time off
- Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
- Allowance for CE, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
- Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
