Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Astrana Health is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Southern California Heart Center group in San Gabriel! The NP/PA collaborates closely with supervising cardiologists and the interdisciplinary care team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across clinic and hospital settings. 

This position entails working at our outpatient San Gabriel location and inpatient at Garfield Medical Center, Alhambra Medical Center, and San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. 

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about cardiology and providing patient-centered care! We are open to APPs without prior cardiology experience or experienced providers!

Our Values: 

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examination, diagnostic interpretation, and formulation of differential diagnoses.
• Manage primary and secondary cardiovascular conditions under physician supervision, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and post-procedure follow-up.
• Participate in the evaluation and initial stabilization of acute or complex conditions, with timely physician consultation and escalation as appropriate.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures consistent with clinical protocols.
• Perform approved procedures and minor interventions consistent with training, credentialing, and observed competency.

Medication Management

• Prescribe, adjust, and discontinue medications in accordance with California PA regulations, supervising physician agreements, and clinic policies.
• Educate patients on medication use, risks, benefits, and follow-up requirements.
• Participate in controlled substance prescribing per practice protocols and applicable laws.

Care Coordination & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records in accordance with practice standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, hospitals, and ancillary services.
• Participate in referrals, transitions of care, and follow-up planning.

Supervision & Collaboration

• Work under the supervision of designated cardiologists.
• Collaborate with a team of advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, technicians, and administrative staff to support efficient clinic and hospital operations.
• Assist in supervising delegated clinical tasks performed by medical assistants, consistent with scope and clinic policies.

Quality & Compliance

• Participate in chart reviews, quality assurance activities, and performance evaluations.
• Adhere to all clinical policies, standardized procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice standards.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Active, unrestricted California NP or PA license.
• DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain).
• Prior cardiology or internal medicine experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced specialty practice.
• Bilingual Cantonese/Mandarin strongly preferred

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• This position is onsite, located at 506 W. Valley Ave, Unit #100, San Gabriel, CA 91776. NPs will also round at San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Alhambra Medical Center, and Garfield Medical Center. 
• This position will predominantly be M-F, 9 A - 5 P. NPs are expected to rotate weekend coverage. 
• Our national target compensation for this position is $145,000 - $155,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.