Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology

UPMC Senior Communities

$90K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) credentials required
  • Pennsylvania RN license and applicable certifications
  • Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Strong interpersonal and clinical judgment skills
  • Ability to provide care across all ages and assess patient data effectively
  • Physical stamina for direct patient care.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

  • Monday - Friday schedule with a good work-life balance
  • Call rotation with the Advanced Practice Provider team
  • Annual CME allowance of 5 days and $2,500
  • Sign-on bonus and annual incentive bonus available
  • Robust retirement and benefits package.
Full Job Description
Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute

Cardiology - UPMC Williamsport

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

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


Qualifications:

  • 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
    • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

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  • 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


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