Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner-Cardiology

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center; Libby (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

A critical access hospital in scenic northwest Montana is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care. Candidates must possess a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant degree with relevant certifications and be able to manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, collaboration with healthcare teams, and adherence to regulatory standards. The position offers competitive salary, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in cardiology caring for patients of all ages.
• Must obtain ATLS and NBP within 6 months.
• Two years or more of advance practice provider experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and manage cardiovascular conditions.
• Provide education on disease management to patients.
• Work with healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Maintain documentation and comply with regulatory standards.
• Contribute to clinical protocols and quality initiatives.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic skills

Education

Certificate Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant Studies

Certified Registered Nurse First Assist

MT State License – NP or PA

Current BLS, ACLS, PALS

Job description

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Cardiology Team!

Overview

The Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers high-quality cardiovascular care in collaboration with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary team. The role includes assessing, diagnosing, managing acute and chronic cardiac conditions, prescribing medications, educating patients, and participating in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives. The APP orders, interprets, and acts upon diagnostic studies (ECG, echocardiogram, stress test, cardiac imaging, labs), performs or assists with credentialed procedures (cardioversion, stress testing, device interrogation), and manages inpatient rounding, outpatient clinic visits, and care transitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Conduct patient evaluation, diagnose and manage cardiovascular conditions, prescribe medications, and perform procedures within scope of practice. Demonstrate strong clinical decision-making, critical thinking, and effective communication in fast-paced environments.
• Patient Education & Counseling: Provide education on disease management, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and cardiovascular risk reduction to patients and families.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care, communicate with referring providers and primary care teams, and document encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessment 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, maintain current cardiology best practices, and adhere to institutional policies 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; must obtain ATLS and NBP within 6 months

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• 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), 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.

EEO & Safety

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.