Physician Assistant (Cardiology)

Summary The VA Atlanta Health Care System is recruiting for a full‑time Physician Assistant (Cardiology) located in Specialty Care Service. The Physician Assistant will evaluate, treat and coordinate the care of patients under the supervision of a staff physician. Salary Range: Physician Assistant‑I (PA‑I): $125‑137k – $166‑431k; Physician Assistant‑II (PA‑II): $136‑399k – $181‑400k; Physician Assistant‑III (PA‑III): $159‑248k – $211‑795k. Responsibilities The Cardiology Physician Assistant is a position located in Specialty Care Service. The Physician Assistant reports directly to the Section Chief of Cardiology. This position entails clinical and/or administrative responsibilities within Cardiology. Program activities are always evolving and may include programs as determined by facility leadership. Performs initial histories and physical examinations. Provides ongoing outpatient and inpatient care for assigned patients as well as episodic patients. Screens and triages outpatients to determine further needs of care. Prescribes medications within defined scope of practice (including schedule II–V controlled substances). Writes orders and prescriptions as necessary for the care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law. Orders diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests and x‑rays. Carries out health promotion and disease prevention activities. Prepares and documents consult notes, procedure notes, progress notes, consultation requests, and administrative letters, which are clearly identified as such in the written and electronic medical records. Initiates and expedites requests for consultation and scheduling of special tests and studies. Makes interim summaries in progress notes of the patient's medical record. Provides education and counseling to patients and families for preventative care, medical conditions, and use of prescribed treatment and drugs. Obtains informed consent for relevant pulmonary procedures/therapies. Participates in quality assurance activities including root‑cause analysis and failure mode effect analysis, tort claim review, and other related processes. Participates in protected peer review and pertinent chart review activities. Participates in care line staff meetings, Specialty Care Team meetings, and mandatory staff functions. Determines veteran eligibility for procedures and consent for procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure via appropriate testing, medical care, and consultations with other medical or surgical services. Coordinates in‑hospital care plans and performance of procedures with various physicians, nursing services, vendors, and administration. Provides inpatient or post‑procedure care, counseling, and coordinates follow‑up appointments. Works with administrators and regulatory bodies to assure cardiovascular procedure program quality. Works closely with attendings and fellows to provide recommendations and perform procedures on patients for whom a consult has been placed. Appropriately hands off patient care. Work schedule: Monday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Telework: Not Available, Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized; Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs