ADV PRACTICE PROVIDER

Tri-City Cardiology Consultants Pc; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Tri-City Cardiology is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join its East Valley team in Mesa, AZ. The APP will provide direct patient care in office and hospital settings under physician supervision, with CMS Incident To or Direct Bill pathways as allowed, and must maintain state licensure and appropriate privileges.

The role offers competitive compensation of $120,000 to $146,000 annually, with a yearly productivity bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including health

Qualifications

• MSN, DNP, or PA degree from an accredited program.
• Current license as NP or PA in Arizona.
• ACLs/BLS certification within 90 days if not current.
• Experience in cardiovascular medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients in office and hospital settings.
• Follow CMS Incident To or Direct Bill guidelines with supervision.
• Order diagnostic tests and document per CMS requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians for patient care and coordination.
• Ensure timely completion of notes and coding, and authorization processes.
• Rounding in hospital when requested and maintain required privileges.

Skills

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

MSN/DNP/PA degree

Tools

ACLS

BLS

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main - Mesa, AZ 85206 Position Type: Full Time

If you are seeking to join a stable and established organization with high employee and patient satisfaction ratings, then Tri‑City Cardiology is for you! Tri‑City Cardiology has been serving the healthcare needs of the East Valley for over 45 years.

We are searching for an Advanced Practice Provider to join our dynamic team! If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment for a company that truly cares about the service provided to their patients and putting quality care first, this may be an ideal position for you!

Tri‑City Cardiology has a vision “To be among the best providers of cardiovascular care in the entire country and be a place where employees want to work, patients want to receive care and physicians want to practice.”

Consistent with our vision, we constantly strive to improve our employee satisfaction. Tri‑City Cardiology has been voted a Top Place to Work by the Phoenix Business Journal. Annual employee satisfaction surveys are conducted to obtain feedback on how we can continue to make Tri‑City Cardiology the best place to work.

Position Details

• Position Location: Various east valley locations
• Schedule: M-F Varies
• Pay: $120,000 to $146,000
• Bonus: Eligible for yearly productivity bonus

TCC PERKS!!!

• Immediate Holiday Pay
• Annual Movie Night – invite your family too!
• Years of Service Awards
• Reward & Recognition Program!
• Medical Benefit as low as $30.89/per pay-period
• Benefits begin first of the month following hire

POSITION SUMMARY

The advanced practice provider (APP) provides direct patient care to established patients in both the office and hospital setting in conjunction with their supervising physician(s) and within the scope of their license with the Arizona State Board of Nursing or Arizona Medical Board of Physician Assistants. The APP assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients that have previously been evaluated by the cardiologist for follow up care. The APP can provide services under the CMS Incident To Rules or Direct Bill situation based on practice guidelines and physician supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the office setting referred for follow up care from the supervising physician under the CMS Incident To guidelines.
• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the office setting referred for follow up care from the supervising physician under the Direct Bill process only when the Incident To Guidelines cannot be met and only with contracted payers.
• Orders Diagnostic Testing according to Appropriate Use Criteria and recommended Clinical pathways.
• Follows all CMS documentation and coding guidelines for accurate and timely completion of visit notes and billing processes.
• Evaluates “urgent add-in” patients referred from triage phone calls, walk-ins or clinical staff and determines if they need to be seen by a physician based on the presenting problem.
• Reviews labs and other test results in the PAQ to determine clinical significance and the need for follow-up care for supervising physicians.
• Processes clinical tasks for supervising physicians daily to ensure timely and optimum patient care.
• Completes Peer to Peer calls for authorization of testing within 48 hours. Completes FMLA and Disability forms timely.
• Rounds on patients in the hospital setting as requested by their supervising physician and prepares preliminary hospital note for completion by the physician. May provide Tilt Table Testing Supervision if requested by Supervising Physician and has obtained appropriate privileges.
• Complies with the Arizona State Board of Nursing or Arizona Medical Board Physician Assistant scope of practice and TCC APP Guidelines.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Physician Assistant Master’s Degree from an Accredited Program.
• Current certification and valid licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Arizona required.
• Must be familiar with the standard concepts, practices, and procedures in cardiovascular medicine.
• Must maintain active privileges at participating hospitals and meet all requirements.
• Current ACLS and BLS certification (must be obtained within 90 days if not current).
• Demonstrated critical thinking ability in order to resolve problems and carry out instructions.
• Ability to multi task.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of experience in cardiovascular medicine in either hospital or office setting preferred.

Total Rewards Package

In addition to fostering a positive work environment with internal career growth opportunities for our employees, we offer a generous comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Competitive wages
• Monday-Friday work schedules
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage (1st of the month following hire)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Health and Wellness Program with incentives attached
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for quarterly bonus incentives
• Available for full-time, regular employees of Tri‑City Cardiology after meeting certain eligibility requirements

Tri‑City Cardiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal employment opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

For more information about career opportunities with Tri‑City Cardiology, please visit our website: www.tricitycardiology.com

About Tri‑City Cardiology

At Tri‑City Cardiology, patient satisfaction is a top priority. Our team of physicians and staff are dedicated to providing high quality care and outstanding patient service so that every encounter is a positive experience! To maintain the highest degree of patient confidence, the practice relies on the Press Ganey system for scoring patient satisfaction.

Each of our board-certified physicians are dedicated to bringing only the best cardiovascular care to their patients based on clinical guidelines established by their specialty boards and fellowship programs. Each one is a leader in his or her field of specialty, many earning the distinction of “Top Doctor” recognition by Phoenix Magazine since the practice was established in 1979. As graduates from some of the nation’s leading medical schools and fellowship programs, the Tri‑City Cardiology team of physicians enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement.