Nurse Practitioner, Cardiovascular Surgery

AdventHealth West Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rollover Paid Days Off (PDO)

Company discount programs

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

AdventHealth West Florida seeks a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our Ocala, FL team, focusing on outpatient cardiology care under physician supervision. The role includes exams, histories, and diagnostic testing, with emphasis on managing chronic cardiovascular conditions and post-procedural follow-up.

The ideal candidate has a Master of Science in Physician Assistant studies and at least 3 years in cardiology, along with ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Physician Assistant studies.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a cardiology setting.
• ACLS certification required; ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient cardiology care under physician supervision.
• Conduct physical exams, obtain histories, and order/interpret diagnostic tests.
• Manage chronic cardiovascular conditions (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart failure).
• Adjust pacemaker settings and interpret ECGs.
• Supervise and interpret nuclear and treadmill stress tests.
• Provide post-procedural follow-up and anticoagulation management.
• Assist with or perform minor in-office procedures.
• Educate patients on prevention and healthy lifestyle.

Skills

Cardiology experience

Outpatient care

Patient education

ACLS certification

Education

Master of Science Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant | Ocala, FL

We are seeking a dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgical Physician Assistant to join our growing team in Ocala, FL. This role focuses on outpatient cardiology care, supporting patients with cardiovascular conditions through diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care in collaboration with supervising cardiologists.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient cardiology care under physician supervision.


• Conduct physical exams, obtain medical histories, and order/interpret diagnostic tests.


• Manage chronic cardiovascular conditions (e.g., hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart failure).


• Adjust pacemaker settings and interpret electrocardiograms.


• Supervise and interpret nuclear and treadmill stress tests.


• Provide post-procedural follow-up and anticoagulation therapy management.


• Assist with or independently perform minor in-office procedures.


• Educate patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records.


• Participate in call coverage and occasional evening/weekend shifts as needed.

Education & Experience

• Master of Science Physician Assistant studies.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in a cardiology setting.

Licensure & Certifications

• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.


• Ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure.


• Rollover Paid Days Off (PDO) with increased accrual based on service years.


• Company discount programs.


• Opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Practice Description

The West Florida Division Medical Groupcontinues to grow rapidly to meet the needs of the communities we serve. Over the last six years, we’ve nearly tripled in size with a projection to grow to 835 providers by the end of 2025. With the addition of AdventHealth Port Charlotte, we span a broad geography in eight counties, with practices in Charlotte, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties as well as five Care Pavilions. Our providers represent 40 specialties and we care for one million patients annually. Using leading edge technology, innovation, and compassion, we deliver our brand of whole-person care.

At AdventHealth Medical Group, we offer our employees extensive benefits, including opportunities for ongoing training and continuing education. What's important to us is what's important to you: the health and overall well-being of your patients, your colleagues and yourself. AdventHealth Medical Group staff provides care at locations throughout West Florida, including fifteen AdventHealth hospital locations.

Hospital Description

With a rich history of medical leadership, AdventHealth Ocala has served the people of Marion county for more than 100 years. Together, we've experienced many "firsts," including creating the TimberRidge ER, an off-site emergency department that's the first of its kind in Florida and becoming the first hospital in the county to offer minimally invasive heart procedures like TAVR, MitraClip™ and the Watchman™ implant. With your trust, AdventHealth Ocala has grown into a nationally recognized 385-bed, full-service community hospital. And today, aside from being the only hospital in the region to deliver babies, we have Marion County's only dedicated children's emergency room, pediatric unit and level II neonatal intensive care unit.

Community Description

About Ocala

With nearly perfect weather year-round, Ocala offers endless natural beauty, gently rolling hills, crystal clear springs and a lifestyle of exceptional quality. Thecity's historic downtown is filled with charming shops and restaurants, and the area is surrounded by state parks and natural springs. Ocala is also conveniently located, withbeautiful gulf coast beaches and theme parks and entertainment in Orlando being just a short drive away.

Every year thousands of new residents call Marion County home, keeping it among the fastest growing areas in the nation. The county's welcoming atmosphere makes transitions easy.