Physician Assistant​/APRN Nurse Practitioner- Cardiology

Job Description Summary

Physician Assistants/APRN's (known as "Advanced Providers") work under the supervision of a licensed physician. They must hold a license in good standing with the State of Florida. The Advanced Provider's role includes diagnosing and deciding treatment for patients, analyzing and interpreting x-rays and lab results, writing prescriptions, taking patients' histories, providing surgical assistance, ordering various forms of therapy, and examining patients.

The Advanced Provider may in some cases take the office overflow of patients or may build his/her own "practice". The Advanced Provider is expected to consult with the supervising Physician on any complicated diagnoses and make treatment decisions collectively. The Advanced Provider, depending on patient load, may have a medical assistant to assist with patient care and follow-up.

• Provide inpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interpret test results for deviations from normal.
• Perform rounds, review test results, adjust treatment plans, and communicate updates with supervising physician.
• Participate in call rotation as assigned, providing after-hours coverage in collaboration with supervising physician.

Fifth year college or university program degree required; two or more years related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Current active Florida License as Physician Assistant/ARNP required; CPR/BLS certifications preferred.