Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Cardiology team within the nationally renowned UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Williamsport. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care across both inpatient and outpatient settings while working alongside a highly collaborative and experienced heart team.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact caring for a large and diverse patient population, with a balanced practice that includes both clinic and hospital-based care.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Hospital & call rotation with APP team
• Blend of outpatient clinic and inpatient rounding

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Sign-on bonus & Annual incentive bonus available
• CME: 5 days & $2,500 annually
• Robust retirement & benefits package

Why Join Us? At UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, you'll be part of one of the nation's premier cardiovascular programs—recognized for excellence in patient outcomes and advanced treatment capabilities. Our team combines cutting-edge innovation with a compassionate, patient-first approach to care.

• Practice alongside a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary heart team
• Manage care for a large and diverse cardiology patient population
• Gain experience across both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings
• Deliver care that blends advanced treatment with personalized patient relationships
• Work in an environment that focuses on clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation

This is more than a cardiology role—it's an opportunity to grow your career in a nationally respected program while developing a well-rounded clinical skillset across the continuum of cardiac care.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive cardiovascular care in both outpatient and inpatient settings
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions
• Participate in hospital rounding and collaborate on inpatient care plans
• Develop individualized care plans focused on quality outcomes
• Educate patients and families on heart health and disease prevention
• Collaborate with cardiologists and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care

• Knowledge of growth and development principles
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
• Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
• Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
  • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification

• Physician Assistant (PA)
  • Graduation from an ARC-PA–accredited Physician Assistant program
  • Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
  • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification

• Required for All APP Candidates
  • CPR certification required within 30 days of hire
  • Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
    • Act 33
    • Act 34
    • Act 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran