Advanced Medical Practitioner - HPG Cardiology Dalton - PT - Days

Hamilton Physician Group, Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee wellness program

Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

ICHRA for health insurance

Paid Annual Leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hamilton Physician Group in Dalton, GA seeks an advanced medical practitioner (PA or NP) to take medical histories, examine and treat patients, order tests, and provide comprehensive care in both inpatient and outpatient settings in collaboration with a supervising physician.

The role emphasizes patient education, pre- and post-operative care, and may involve assisting in surgery, hospital rounds, and coordinating discharge plans. Licensure and leadership skills are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program.
• Licensed or eligible for PA/NP licensure in Georgia.
• BLS/CPR required by AHA or Red Cross.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in AP roles.
• Two years of experience preferred.
• Leadership and sound clinical judgment essential.
• Strong communication with patients and health care team.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories, examine and treat patients, order/interpret tests.
• Prescribe medications and provide pre/post-operative education and care.
• Assist in surgery, participate in hospital rounds, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with supervising physician and care team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical competence

Team collaboration

Education

PA/NP program graduate

Job description

Who We Are At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. Excellence. Every person. Every time.

JOB SUMMARY

The advanced medical practitioner provider working in Hamilton Physician Group will be responsible for taking medical histories, examine, and treat patients, order and interpret laboratory tests and other diagnoses (i.e. x-rays, CT scans, MRI) and make diagnoses. The medical advanced practice provider will prescribe medications and other ancillary services as indicated (i.e. educating and counseling patients in pre-and post‑operative settings, performing minor surgical procedures, acting as First Assist during surgery, assisting physicians with on‑call duties, providing emergency care when necessary, referring patients to the appropriate physician or agency, prescribing medications, participating in hospital rounds, writing orders and progress notes, conducting new admissions and consults, handling patient discharge, and participating in the care of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.). The medical advanced practice provider will provide patient education as indicated. The above duties and other duties as assigned will be performed in collaboration with a supervising physician and the physician assistant or nurse practitioner.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensure: Registered PA or APRN license, or eligible for license, in state of Georgia.
• BLS/CPR required from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience: Demonstration of clinical competency in the Advanced Practice Provider role.
• Two years’ experience preferred.
• Skills: Demonstration of clinical competency in the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner role.
• Demonstration of qualities of leadership and sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, fellow co-workers and other members of the health care team.
• Ability to effectively interpret, implement and support hospital policies, regulations, philosophy and objectives.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in a physician office setting with adolescent, adult and geriatric patients who may experience a wide range of medical problems.
• Required to work flexible schedule.
• Ability to work with patients and significant others in possible stressful and emotional situations.
• Requires full range of body motion including possible lifting and handling patients.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, chemicals or body fluids.
• Potential to work in acute care hospital environment.

Part-Time Benefits

• 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee wellness program
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• ICHRA for health insurance
• Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
• Vision insurance

Who We Are At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. Excellence. Every person. Every time.