Cardiology Physician Assistant - Inpatient & Outpatient

LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie, LA, is seeking a full-time Cardiology Physician Assistant to join our cardiovascular team, providing inpatient and outpatient care under cardiologists.

The role includes clinical evaluations, developing treatment plans, assisting with procedures, and participating in night and weekend call coverage. Requires LA PA license, NCCPA, and BLS; cardiology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required and LA PA license.
• NCCPA certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Evaluate lab results, imaging, and cardiac testing to guide care.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with supervising cardiologists.
• Order and perform diagnostic tests and procedures as delegated.
• Coordinate referrals and manage inpatient/outpatient care transitions.

Skills

Cardiology

Clinical decision-making

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program (MS-PAS)

Job description

East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie, LA, is seeking a full-time Cardiology Physician Assistant to join our cardiovascular team, providing inpatient and outpatient care under cardiologists.

The role includes clinical evaluations, developing treatment plans, assisting with procedures, and participating in night and weekend call coverage. Requires LA PA license, NCCPA, and BLS; cardiology experience is preferred.