Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), Structural Heart Cardiology

Marinhealth; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

MarinHealth in California seeks a qualified NP or PA to join the Structural Heart APP team. You will provide comprehensive clinical care for patients with valvular and structural heart disease in collaboration with interventional cardiologists and surgeons.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-procedural care, coordinating care, ordering tests, and supporting procedures such as TAVR, M-TEER, T-TEER, and LAAC, while educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum NP/PA credential with board certification (ANCC/AANP or NCCPA)
• Active California NP or PA license
• BLS/ACLS certification
• DEA license (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams for structural heart patients
• Evaluate and manage valvular heart disease, including aortic stenosis and regurgitation
• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedural care
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (echocardiograms, CTs, labs)
• Assist with patient selection and peri-procedural management for TAVR, M-TEER, T-TEER, LAAC
• Coordinate multidisciplinary heart team meetings and patient flow
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, options, and recovery

Skills

Cardiology experience

Structural heart

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

NP or PA program graduate

Job description

The Structural Heart APP provides specialized clinical care to patients with complex valvular and structural heart disease. Working collaboratively with interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and the multidisciplinary heart team, the APP supports evaluation, procedural coordination, and longitudinal care for patients undergoing structural heart interventions such as TAVR, M-TEER, T-TEER, LAAC, and other transcatheter therapies.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams for structural heart patients
• Evaluate and manage patients with valvular heart disease, including aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, and tricuspid disease
• Provide pre-procedural, inpatient, and post-procedural care
• Manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., echocardiograms, CT scans, labs)

Procedural Support

• Assist with patient selection and workup for procedures such as TAVR, M-TEER, T-TEER, and LAAO
• Provide peri-procedural management and follow-up care

Care Coordination

• Coordinate multidisciplinary heart team meetings and case reviews
• Facilitate patient flow from referral through procedure and follow-up
• Serve as a liaison between referring providers, patients, and the structural heart team
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and post-procedure care
• Provide counseling on medications, lifestyle, and recovery expectations

Quality & Program Development

• Support registry participation (e.g., TVT Registry) and quality initiatives
• Participate in performance improvement and outcomes tracking
• Assist in program growth and outreach efforts

Employment Status

Full Time

Position Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Active California NP or PA license
• Board certification (ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA)
• DEA license (if applicable)
• BLS/ACLS certification
• Preferred: 2+ years of cardiology experience
• Strongly preferred: experience in structural heart, interventional cardiology, or cardiothoracic surgery
• Strong clinical judgment in complex cardiac patients
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• High level of organization and care coordination ability

Compensation

$186,000.00 - $228,000.00 per year

About MarinHealth

MarinHealth is a leading healthcare provider serving the San Francisco Bay Area, with clinics across Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties. Our mission is to deliver outstanding care by combining the latest advances in modern medicine with a personalized, patient-first approach. Every day, our team of more than 300 physicians and advanced practice providers upholds this commitment, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of expertise and compassion. Because the quality of care depends on the people delivering it, we are seeking exceptionally skilled and talented physicians who share our dedication to excellence and passion for improving the lives of those we serve.

Living in the North Bay

The North Bay offers an exceptional quality of life, with access to world-class outdoor recreation, vibrant communities, and diverse cultural experiences. From hiking Mount Tamalpais to exploring coastal beaches and redwood forests, opportunities to recharge are right outside your door. With options to live in Marin, Sonoma County, or San Francisco, physicians can enjoy both the natural beauty of Northern California and the convenience of nearby metropolitan amenities. It’s an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.

MarinHealth is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.