Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology

Geisinger Health System - Barnesville, GA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Barnesville, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

Geisinger's Heart and Vascular Institute is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their growing practice in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. This role involves collaborating with physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients, managing operations in various cardiology settings, and ensuring efficient patient care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate autonomy in patient evaluations and treatment, while also being proficient in ordering and interpreting tests.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients.
• Demonstrate autonomy through patient evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
• Manage and assist in the smooth operations of inpatient cardiology patients, outpatient cardiology clinic, cardiac labs, and outreach cardiology clinics.
• Order necessary testing and interpret results within the scope of practice.
• Prescribe appropriate medication regimens as needed.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or related field for Nurse Practitioners.
• Graduation from an ARC-approved Physician Assistant program for Physician Assistants.
• Eligibility for licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania.
• Certification by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants for Physician Assistants.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in cardiology or related fields.
• Familiarity with advanced heart failure programs and interventions.

Benefits

• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Market competitive wages
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Funding for CME and paid CME days
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Health Care Benefits starting Day 1, including vision and dental
• Interview expenses for qualified candidates