Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider

Cardiovascular-Associates-of-America; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

CME allowance

401(k) retirement plan

Mentorship and professional growth

Job summary

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute in Gainesville, FL is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver cardiovascular care in both hospital and outpatient settings. You will work with cardiologists, APPs, nurses, and staff to manage initial evaluations, treatment, hospitalization, and follow-up care.

Structured onboarding and mentorship will support your transition, with opportunities to grow in inpatient and outpatient cardiology.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Current national NP or PA certification.
• Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Handle outpatient appointments and evaluate hospitalized patients.
• Participate in hospital rounds, cardiology consultations, and post-discharge follow-up.
• Review medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations.
• Assess acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions and develop treatment plans with cardiologists.
• Order and review labs, EKGs, imaging, stress tests, and other tests.
• Manage medications and monitor treatment effectiveness; counsel patients and families.
• Coordinate with referring providers and document in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

NP/PA program graduate

Job description

Cardiology NP / PA – Inpatient & Outpatient

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute | Gainesville, FL | Full-Time

Build your cardiology career with The Cardiac & Vascular Institute (TCAVI), a physician-led practice serving Gainesville and the surrounding North Central Florida communities.

We’re adding a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide cardiovascular care in both the hospital and outpatient clinic. Working alongside cardiologists, fellow APPs, nurses, and clinical staff, you’ll help patients navigate initial evaluations, treatment, hospitalization, and follow-up care.

Whether you bring a background in cardiology or are entering the specialty, structured onboarding and mentorship will support your transition into the practice.

The Clinical Opportunity

This position offers exposure to a diverse cardiovascular patient population across two care settings. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting outpatient appointments and evaluating hospitalized patients
• Participating in hospital rounding, cardiology consultations, and follow-up after discharge
• Reviewing medical histories and completing comprehensive physical examinations
• Assessing acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions
• Developing treatment plans in collaboration with cardiologists
• Ordering and reviewing laboratory studies, EKGs, cardiac imaging, stress tests, and other diagnostic testing
• Managing medications and assessing treatment effectiveness
• Counseling patients and families on cardiovascular health, medications, and ongoing care
• Coordinating with referring providers and the broader care team
• Completing accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record

Collaboration and Career Development

At TCAVI, you’ll work directly with experienced physicians and APPs while developing your skills in inpatient and outpatient cardiology. The practice offers:

• Structured onboarding and clinical support
• Mentorship for new graduates and providers entering cardiology
• Opportunities to broaden your cardiovascular knowledge
• A collaborative, patient-centered working environment
• Continued professional development and career growth
• Resources available through the Cardiovascular Associates of America network

Who We’re Looking For

Qualified candidates will have:

• A degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current national NP or PA certification
• Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain it
• An interest in building a long-term career in cardiovascular medicine
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills
• A team-oriented approach to delivering compassionate patient care

Experience in cardiology, acute care, or hospital medicine is helpful but is not required. Motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation package includes a competitive base salary and an opportunity for performance-based incentives. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• CME allowance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities

About TCAVI

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute delivers comprehensive cardiac and vascular services to patients throughout Gainesville and North Central Florida. Its physician-led team emphasizes clinical quality, collaboration, and care tailored to each patient.

Through its partnership with Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA), TCAVI maintains local clinical leadership and autonomy while benefiting from the support of a national cardiovascular organization.