Advanced Practice Provider, NP or PA-C, Cardiology, Chicago

Department: 02050 AMG Chicago N Clark - Cardiology Status:
Full time Benefits Eligible:
Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Position Overview Advocate Masonic Hospital is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Ambulatory Cardiology team. This role offers the opportunity to develop a comprehensive outpatient cardiology practice within a collaborative, high-acuity cardiovascular program. The APP will play a key role in managing patients across the continuum of care, including pre-operative evaluations, post-hospital discharges, post-procedural follow-ups, and ongoing ambulatory cardiology management.

This position is ideal for an APP seeking a stable weekday schedule, strong clinical support, and long-term professional growth within cardiology.

Provide high-quality outpatient care for cardiology and interventional cardiology patients, including:

• Pre-operative and pre-procedure assessments
• Post-hospital discharge visits
• Post-interventional follow-up (e.g., PCI, cath procedures)
• Longitudinal follow-up for established cardiology patients

Collaborate closely with interventional cardiologists, general cardiologists, inpatient cardiology teams, and clinical support staff. Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, medications, and care plans. Participate in care coordination to ensure continuity between inpatient and outpatient settings. Practice evidence-based medicine while supporting quality outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance Monday–Friday clinic schedule. After successful completion of orientation, opportunity to work four 10-hour clinic shifts per week. No weekday call responsibilities.

Training & Onboarding Comprehensive onboarding and specialty training provided. Clinical schedule adjusted as needed to support learning and professional development. Ongoing mentorship within a well-established cardiology APP team.

Inpatient Weekend Coverage (Future Expectation). After establishing an independent ambulatory practice (typically 12–15 months, based on experience), all APPs participate in inpatient cardiology weekend service. Coverage requirement: approximately 5–6 weekends per year. This is not on-call duty. Work schedules are adjusted to accommodate weekend coverage. Weekend differential pay is provided for all weekend shifts worked.

Why Join Advocate Masonic Hospital
Well-respected cardiovascular and interventional cardiology programs
Strong APP professional practice model with growth and leadership opportunities
Predictable clinic schedule with long-term flexibility
Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on high-quality patient care
Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35

Clinical responsibilities:
Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies. Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives. Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families.

Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice. Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate. Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary. Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with…