Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Washington Regional; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute in Fayetteville, AR seeks a full-time Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider or Physician Assistant to join a high-volume cardiology practice. The role emphasizes clinical excellence with a strong referral base and full practice support.

Requires NP/PA licensure, CPR, and national certification; minimum of 3 years in a clinical nursing role. 80% standing/walking, up to 50 lbs lifting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Licensure as NP or PA and CPR required; national certification.
• Minimum 3 years’ clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses.
• Order and perform diagnostic tests (x-rays, labs).
• Plan, initiate, and adjust treatment; prescribe medications.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Cardiology

Education

Accredited NP program

Accredited PA program

Job description

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology# Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - CardiologyWashington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR 72703## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelLicensed in related fieldCategoryCardiovascular Services## Description**Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values**Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.**Position Summary**Washington Regional's Walker Heart Institute is currently seeking a full-time Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider *or* Physician Assistant, to join a well-established high-volume practice. Walker Heart is comprised of 7 Interventional Cardiologists, 2 Electrophysiology Cardiologists, 1 General Cardiologist, 3 CV Surgeons and 19 Advanced Practice Providers. The ideal candidate will be committed to clinical excellence in a strong health system which offers full practice support with a large referral base from 200+ employed physicians and advanced practice providers.**Essential Position Responsibilities*** Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses.* Order and perform diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests.* Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary.* Prescribe and dispense medications.* Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records.* Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors.* Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics.* Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects.**Qualifications*** **Education:** Must be a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.* **Licensure and Certifications:** Nurse Practitioner *or* Physician Assistant License and CPR, required. National certification, required.* **Experience:** Minimum 3 years’ experience in a previous clinical nursing role, required.**Work Environment:** This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.