Cardiology NP

New Hampshire Nurse Practitioner Association; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 116,035 - 136,512; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

CME allowance

Job summary

The Albany Medical College is actively seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its Division of Cardiology in Albany, New York. The successful candidate will provide high-quality cardiovascular care, primarily focusing on outpatient follow-up visits and pre-operative evaluations for patients. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with cardiologists in a supportive team-based environment.

Qualifications include a Master's degree from an accredited program and active registration in New York State. Benefits include a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current license as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State.
• Interest or experience with cardiovascular medicine preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records; Epic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient follow-up visits for cardiovascular conditions.
• Perform pre-operative cardiovascular evaluations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies including ECGs.

Skills

Cardiovascular care

Electronic medical records (Epic)

Patient-centered care

Strong communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program

Job description

The Division of Cardiology at Albany Medical College is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our busy and collaborative outpatient cardiology practice. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality cardiovascular care in a supportive, team-oriented environment while working closely with cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams.

This role will primarily focus on outpatient follow-up visits and pre-operative cardiovascular evaluations, supporting continuity of care for patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions.

Position Highlights

• Full-time Monday–Friday 8am-4:30pm
• Outpatient clinic-based role
• Average 15 patients per day once fully trained with 2 half days of admin time (8 patients on admin days)
• Collaborative practice with cardiologists, nurses, and ancillary support staff
• Opportunity to build expertise in outpatient cardiovascular management

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient follow-up visits for patients with cardiovascular conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, and valvular heart disease
• Perform pre-operative cardiovascular evaluations and risk assessments for patients undergoing surgical procedures
• Obtain detailed medical histories and perform focused cardiovascular examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory tests, ECGs, and cardiac imaging as appropriate
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists
• Provide medication management and patient education on cardiovascular disease prevention and management
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, surgeons, and other specialists
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice efficiency efforts

Qualifications

• Current license and active registration as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State
• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Interest in or experience with cardiovascular medicine preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records; Epic experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Commitment to patient-centered care and maintaining HIPAA confidentiality standards

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range $116,035-$136,512 with additional incentive bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
• Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Contact

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to [e-mail].

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.