Advanced Practice Provider - APP - General Cardiology

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health‑SLUCare Cardiology at Saint Louis University Hospital seeks a dedicated full-time NP/PA to support our expanding Cardiac clinic.

The role includes outpatient consultations, chronic disease management, and periodic inpatient rounding, all with no night or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Cardiology experience preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with physicians.
• Graduation from an NP or PA program; licensure as RN/APRN or PA.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinic management including new consultations and follow-ups.
• Chronic disease management in heart failure, CAD, and arrhythmia within scope of practice.
• Inpatient rounding rotation 1:4 with coverage needs.

Skills

Cardiology experience

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

NP/PA program graduate

RN/APRN or PA licensure

Job description

SSM Health‑SLUCare Cardiology, Cardiology | SLUCare is seeking a dedicated full‑time (1.0 FTE) experienced nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The selected NP/PA will contribute to the expansion of our Cardiac clinic at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior experience in cardiology strongly preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with physicians.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• Current certification as an RN/APRN or Physician Assistant.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, Missouri RN/APRN licensure or PA licensure.

Position Details

• Outpatient clinic environment, Monday through Friday, with inpatient rounding responsibilities.
• Independently manage outpatient visits including new consultations and follow‑ups as well as provide chronic disease management in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmia according to scope of practice.
• Participate in an inpatient rounding rotation of 1:4 (one week every four weeks), requiring flexibility based on coverage needs.
• There are no nights, weekends, holidays, or call obligations.
• Supported by a patient‑focused staff.
• Practice within a state‑of‑the‑art facility.
• Comprehensive benefits package, effective within the first 30 days of employment.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement with employer match, and more.

SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, St. Marys Hospital, and most recently Saint Louis University Hospital.

SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health - St. Louis and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups more than 600 community‑based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.

Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.

Richmond Heights, Missouri is a centrally located community in the St. Louis metro area, set near Clayton, Forest Park, and major regional destinations. Residents enjoy established neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, parks, recreation amenities, and easy access to destinations like the Saint Louis Galleria and The Boulevard. With its blend of historic character, everyday convenience, and close proximity to the heart of St. Louis, Richmond Heights offers a connected lifestyle in a welcoming suburban setting.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.