Cardiology IP Heart Failure - Full-Time NP/PA

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,326 - 105,524; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant for full-time service in the Cardiology department. Responsibilities include patient examinations, diagnostic evaluations, and collaborating with the medical team. The ideal candidate must be licensed and certified, with exceptional skills in patient care.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $51.05 to $76.60 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health coverage, retirement plans, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Current applicable state Medical Board Medical License; Certified by NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate patient care plan using medical decision‑making skills.
• Collaborate with medical team for effective team‑based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Uphold AHWFB missions and values.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Ability to perform complex procedures

Exemplary organizational skills

Willingness to perform other related duties

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Details

Department: 02050 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Cardiology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details / Additional Information: NA

Pay Range: $51.05 - $76.60

Education / Experience: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program, Master's degree preferred

Licensure / Certification / Registration: Current applicable state Medical Board Medical License; Certified by NCCPA

Essential Functions

• Using medical decision‑making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team‑based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills / Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Willingness to perform other related duties other than those described herein.

Work Environment

Efficient team based care. Potential irregular hours and/or call.

Physical Requirements

Information not provided.

Compensation and Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

About the Role

Participates in team focused patient care by means of patient examinations augmented by diagnostic and therapeutic evaluations/ interventions in the medical and/or surgical theatres of health care. The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (applicable state Medical Board or applicable state Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.