Advanced Practice Clinician Fellow, Cardiology

HealthPartners; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners is offering a 12-month postgraduate fellowship program for Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners aiming to specialize in cardiology, starting January 2027. This program supports both new graduates and experienced APCs transitioning into cardiology, focusing on patient-centered care and skills development.

The fellowship includes diverse rotations and mentorship, ensuring fellows gain essential knowledge in managing cardiovascular conditions. Key qualifications include completion of an accredited program and licensure in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PA or NP program (final year candidates okay).
• Current national certification by the NCCPA.
• Current PA licensure in Minnesota.
• Current RN licensure in Minnesota.
• Current certification by AANP, ANCC or AACN.

Responsibilities

• Perform histories and physicals.
• Develop differential diagnoses.
• Formulate assessment and management plans.
• Coordinate care and provide patient education.
• Participate in educational opportunities.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Coordinate care

Perform histories and physicals

Develop differential diagnoses

Education

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Current national certification by the NCCPA

Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant in Minnesota

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Minnesota

Current national certification by the AANP, ANCC or AACN

Job description

Cardiology

HealthPartners is offering a 12-month postgraduate fellowship program to Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners interested in advanced training in cardiology with a targeted start date of January 2027 (flexible).

The HealthPartners Cardiology Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Fellowship is designed to support new graduate APCs in their transition to practice or experienced APCs in their transition to a new specialty. Building on the American College of Cardiology APC Competencies as the foundation of the clinical and didactic curriculum, APC fellows develop competence and confidence in delivering evidence‑based, patient‑centered care to patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions. Rotations provide exposure to multiple cardiology subspecialties and pertinent medical specialties. Responsibilities include performing histories and physicals, developing differential diagnoses, formulating assessment and management plans, coordinating care, providing patient education and treatment, and participating in all required educational opportunities. Clinical supervision and support are provided by attending physicians and APCs.

Through diverse rotations, didactic lectures, and structured mentorship, APC fellows gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary for a successful career in cardiology.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
  • Note: Applicants may be in final year of completing this requirement with hiring dependent upon successful completion.
• Current national certification by the NCCPA
• Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant in Minnesota
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Minnesota
• Current national certification by the AANP, ANCC or AACN
• Current licensure to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult‑Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Minnesota
• Note: Candidates are welcome to apply prior to having formal licensure and certification but must be obtained at least 3 months prior to start date of program.

Application Requirements

• Resume
• Personal statement describing your motivation for pursuing the fellowship and your interest in cardiology
• Three professional letters of recommendation (one from a prior clinical preceptor required)
• Transcript (unofficial or official)

If you are unable to attach all documentation, please email required documents to Abigail Ward at [e-mail].