Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Cardiology

CVAUSA; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base compensation

Performance-based incentive

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

CME allowance

401(k) retirement plan

Ongoing mentorship

Job summary

CVA Cardiac & Vascular Institute in Gainesville is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support its growing cardiology team. The role blends outpatient visits with inpatient cardiovascular care, collaborating with cardiologists, APPs, nurses, and the broader care team.

Ideal candidates include those with cardiology or acute care experience or motivated new graduates. Structured onboarding, physician collaboration, and mentorship are available for professional growth within

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current national certification as NP/PA.
• Licensed or eligible to obtain Florida licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
• Provide care in outpatient and hospital settings.
• Participate in inpatient rounding, consultations, and post-hospital follow-up.
• Obtain medical histories and perform comprehensive exams.
• Formulate individualized care plans with the cardiology team.
• Order and evaluate labs, EKGs, imaging, and stress tests.

Skills

Cardiology experience

Patient assessment

Team-based care

Communication skills

Mentorship interesse

Education

NP/PA program graduate

Current national NP/PA certification

Florida licensure or eligibility

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Cardiology

Gainesville, Florida | Full-Time | Hospital and Clinic-Based Care

Join Our Cardiovascular Team

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute (TCAVI) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support its growing cardiology team in Gainesville, Florida.

This full-time opportunity combines outpatient visits with inpatient cardiovascular care. The incoming provider will collaborate with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other clinical team members to evaluate and manage patients throughout their continuum of care.

Candidates with cardiology or acute care experience are encouraged to apply. We will also consider motivated new graduates interested in developing a long-term career in cardiovascular medicine. Structured onboarding, physician collaboration, and mentorship are available to help providers expand their clinical knowledge and confidence.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate patients with a variety of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions

• Provide care in both the outpatient office and hospital environment

• Participate in inpatient rounding, consultations, and post-hospital follow-up

• Obtain medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations

• Formulate individualized care plans in collaboration with the cardiology team

• Order and evaluate laboratory testing, EKGs, cardiac imaging, stress tests, and other diagnostic studies

• Manage medications and monitor patients’ responses to treatment

• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, risk reduction, and ongoing care

• Communicate with referring providers and other members of the multidisciplinary team

• Maintain complete and timely documentation in the electronic medical record

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Balanced exposure to inpatient and outpatient cardiology

• Direct collaboration with experienced cardiologists and APPs

• Diverse cardiovascular patient population

• Supportive training and onboarding process

• Mentorship for providers transitioning into cardiology

• Welcoming environment for qualified new graduates

• Competitive salary and performance incentive potential

• Comprehensive employee benefits

• Professional development and advancement opportunities

• Access to the resources of the broader CVAUSA network

Candidate Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

• Current national certification as an NP or PA

• Licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Florida

• Interest in cardiovascular medicine and long‑term professional development

• Cardiology, hospital medicine, or acute care experience is beneficial but not required

• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑based clinical environment

• Dedication to compassionate, high‑quality patient care

Compensation and Benefits

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute provides a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive base compensation

• Performance‑based incentive opportunity

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• CME allowance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Ongoing mentorship and professional development

• Opportunities for continued career growth

About The Cardiac & Vascular Institute

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute is a physician‑led cardiovascular practice serving Gainesville and communities throughout North Central Florida. Its team provides comprehensive cardiac and vascular services with an emphasis on collaboration, clinical quality, and individualized patient care.

As a partner practice of Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA), TCAVI combines the close‑knit culture and clinical autonomy of a local physician‑led group with the support and resources of a growing national cardiovascular organization.

Experienced providers and new graduates with a strong interest in cardiology are encouraged to apply.