Full Job Description
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Cardiology Team!
The Cardiology Advanced Practice (APP) is responsible for delivering high-quality cardiovascular care in collaboration with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary team. This role includes performing comprehensive assessments, diagnosing and managing with acute and chronic cardiac conditions, prescribing medications, and educating patients on cardiovascular health, and participates in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives. Order, interpret and act upon diagnostic studies (ECGs, echocardiograms, stress test, cardiac imaging, labs). Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies. Perform or assist with procedures as credentialed (e.g., cardioversion, stress testing, device interrogation) Manager inpatient rounding, outpatient clinic visits, or both. Coordinate care transitions, including admissions, discharge, and follow-up planning.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care: Conduct patient evaluation, diagnose and manage cardiovascular conditions, prescribe medications, and perform procedures within scope of practice. Strong clinical decision-making and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, ability to manage complex patients in fast-paced environments. Proficiency with electronic medical records and commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care.
Patient Education & Counseling: Provide education on disease management, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence. Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medication, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention. Promote cardiovascular risk reduction and adherence to treatment plans.
Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care. Communicate effectively with referring providers and primary care teams. Document clinical encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation in system and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Strong clinical decision-making and critical thinking skills. Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessment, including history and physical examinations. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions (e.g., coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, valvular disease).
Quality Improvement: Contribute to clinical protocols, quality initiatives and stay current with cardiology best practices. Maintain current knowledge of cardiology best practices and emerging therapies. Adhere to institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Qualifications
Degree - Certificate Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant Studies
Advanced Practice - Certified Registered Nurse First Assist
MT State License - NP or PA
Current BLS, ACLS, PALS and must obtain ATLS and NBP within 6 months
Preferred Skills & Attributes
Preferred two years or more of advance practice provider experience in a cardiology department caring for patients of all age spectrums and developmental levels. Strong Clinical Assessment and diagnostic skills, proficiency in interpreting cardiac diagnostics, excellent communication abilities.
Schedule
Based on the needs of the department.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus.
Benefits Package Available.
Full-time benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability (LTD), and life & accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for you and your eligible family members, plus a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Why Cabinet Peaks Medical Center?
Located in scenic northwest Montana, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is an independent, critical access hospital dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and trails, Libby offers a unique opportunity for providers to enjoy both professional fulfillment and an unmatched quality of life.
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and productive work environment for all employees. To help ensure a safe and healthful working environment, each applicant to whom an offer of employment has been made will be required as a condition of employment to undergo a substance test. Additional pre-employment items may be required. Please contact Human Resources for details.
