Cardiology Physician Assistant Needed
Nashville, TN – Music City USA
NO State Income Tax

We are seeking a Physician Assistant with experience in General Cardiology to join our new practice in Nashville, Tennessee.

About the Position:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including history and physical exams, in the outpatient and/or inpatient setting.
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests such as EKGs, echocardiograms, and cardiac stress tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments as appropriate within the APP's scope of practice.
• Assist in the management of patients with conditions such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary cardiology team to provide coordinated patient care.
• Assist in procedures such as stress testing, catheterizations, or other interventional procedures, if applicable.
• Provide patient education on cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle modifications, and medication management.
• Participate in hospital rounds, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities related to cardiology.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Certification:
  • National certification in Family, Adult, Acute Care, or Cardiology (preferred).
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Experience:
  • Prior experience in cardiology preferred
  • Experience with EHR systems.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Work Environment:

• Outpatient and/or inpatient clinical setting.
• Occasional participation in on-call rotations may be required.

About the Offer:

• Fixed Base Salary
• Full Benefits Which Include:
  • Medical (PPO & HRA)
  • Dental, Vision
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Telehealth
  • Health Coaching
  • Flex Spending Account
  • 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Financial Wellness Services
  • PTO + Federal Holidays
  • Continuing Medical Education
  • Medical Malpractice
  • PSLF Qualified

The Hospital:

Community hospital setting, level 3 trauma, with 560 full-time employees. Medical services include OBGYN, General Surgery, Heart & Vascular, Primary Care, Urology, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, Behavioral Health, Hematology, Oncology, Cancer Center, Rheumatology, Foot and Ankle, Orthopedics, Neurology, Interventional Radiology, Otolaryngology and Outpatient Imaging. The Hospital is patient centric providing equitable access to coordinated, patient-centered care.

Location:

Nashville is home to more than 687,000 with a metro population of over 2 million, making the area one of the fastest growing cites. The region has over 60,000 businesses, and over 500 healthcare companies. Healthcare alone employs over 126,000 people and contributes nearly $67 billion to the local economy, making healthcare it’s #1 industry. Tennessee has the second lowest state and local tax burden per capita, and no state income tax. Nashville was rated 15th out of the 125 "Best Places to Live" in the 2019 US News and World Report. Filled with Southern charm, scenic beauty, Music City, USA, Broadway, fine dining, the arts and home to the TN Titans, Nashville Sounds Baseball and Nashville SC Soccer.

Nashville Highlights:

• Known as the "Music City" with a vibrant culinary scene and diverse dining options.
• Many live music venues, thriving food scene with many restaurants, food trucks, and local favorites.
• Booming job market across various industries.
• Exceptional entertainment & Dining Amenities
• Low taxes, high quality of life.
• Abundant outdoor recreation opportunities and four-season mild climate.
• Multiple education options including universities
• Nashville is known for its friendly residents and hospitable culture
• Smaller City feel with BIG city amenities.
• Centrally located and within a four-hour drive of 11 states
• Professional Football, Hockey, Soccer, Minor League Baseball