Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology
About The Position
Washington Regional’s Walker Heart Institute is seeking a full-time Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider or Physician Assistant to join a well-established, high-volume practice. The institute includes interventional, electrophysiology, and general cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and advanced practice providers. The role offers full practice support and access to a large referral base from more than 200 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. The ideal candidate is committed to clinical excellence. The position provides cardiovascular patient care, including examinations, diagnosis, testing, treatment planning and adjustment, medication prescribing and dispensing, medical-record documentation, patient and family education, referrals, and ongoing engagement with current medical research and research projects.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
- CPR certification.
- National certification.
- At least 3 years of experience in a previous clinical nursing role.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical examinations to evaluate patients’ health and diagnose illnesses.
- Order and perform diagnostic tests, including x-rays and laboratory tests.
- Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, adjusting it when necessary.
- Prescribe and dispense medications.
- Document patient medical information and maintain electronic medical records.
- Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families about health problems, treatment plans, and home care; encourage preventive care and positive health behaviors.
- Request consultations or referrals with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics.
- Maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects.
