Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Position Summary Advanced Practice Providers (Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners) will join an established team of providers delivering compassionate, professional, and ethical patient care in both the clinical office and hospital settings. Responsibilities include working collaboratively with a board-certified cardiologist, evaluation and management of cardiovascular conditions, formulation of diagnosis and assessments, as well as preparing thorough and accurate documentation of encounters and patient care plans. Essential Job Duties Complies with the individual governing board for NP/PA rules and regulations. Complies with all licensing, privileging, and credentialing guidelines. Performs health assessments including patient history and physical examinations. Supervises, orders, and evaluates diagnostic tests and incorporates them into patient care plans. Formulates appropriate diagnoses based upon history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Plans and provides care in collaboration with the patient and family within the framework of individual governing boards. Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies. Provides patient/family education related to health and lifestyle status. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and interventions by comparing patient responses to planned clinical outcomes. Coordinates and collaborates appropriately with all members of the health care team through timely, efficient, and thorough documentation. Participates in the education of health care providers and students through mentoring, precepting, providing in-service activities, and developing presentations. Stays abreast of current trends in healthcare practice and participates in continuing education to ensure optimal clinical knowledge and effective patient outcome skills. Develops clinical knowledge through continuing education programs and reviewing professional literature. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and appropriate facility meetings. Assists with emergent situations and calls. Participates in hospital rotations and call schedules. Other duties as assigned per the need of the organization and within scope of licensure. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Cardiology and patient care. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Skill in computers and EMR systems. Ability to work effectively with providers, staff, and patients. Ability to maintain professionalism at all times. Ability to travel to other offices/hospitals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Education and/or Experience Must possess a current and valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification. Must be an Arizona Licensed NP/PA. Must have current BLS, ACLS, ATLS and DEA certifications. Three years of hospital or medical practice experience preferred. One-year recent Cardiology experience in a hospital or medical environment preferred. Physical Demands / Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical patient care setting within clinical office and hospital environment. Sitting, standing for an extended period of time, walking for an extended period of time, talking, and hearing. Typing, utilizing a computer keyboard, and maneuvering computer mouse. May need to assist patients by assessing the situation and providing or seeking in office or outside assistance while exercising appropriate body mechanics. Benefits Competitive wages Monday - Friday for most positions 7 Company Paid Holidays * Employee Medical coverage option as low as $25.00 per paycheck * Supplemental coverage options to include Life/AD*D, Short-Term, Long-Term, Critical Illness, Hospital, Accidental * Paid Time Off * Paid Sick Time Employee Assistance & Discount Programs *Available to full-time, regular employees* - Restrictions may apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr