Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Cardiovascular Associates of America - CVAUSA; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonuses and incentives

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gainesville is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP)—either a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specialized in cardiology. This role involves providing direct patient care, managing patient evaluations, and collaborating with physicians. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree from an accredited program, possess strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills. Competitive compensation, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program; Board Certification required.
• Cardiology experience preferred; however, new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and commitment to patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in both clinic and acute care settings.
• Manage and evaluate assigned office patients; order diagnostic tests and manage prescriptions.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and other APPs on hospital consults and rounds.
• Conduct patient histories, perform documentation, order tests, and manage medications.
• Supervise stress tests and manage additional orders as required.
• Maintain accurate, timely care documentation.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) – Cardiology

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute, a Partner of Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA)

Location: Gainesville, FL (Clinic and Affiliated Hospital)

About Us

The Cardiac & Vascular Institute (TCAVI) is a leader in cardiovascular care, dedicated to delivering high‑quality heart and vascular services across Central Florida. Our team includes 23 experienced physicians and 8 advanced practice providers, working together to provide exceptional, evidence‑based care using the latest in cardiovascular technology.

We are an accredited testing facility equipped with state‑of‑the‑art in‑house equipment. Our philosophy centers on early detection as the best form of prevention, and we offer both clinic‑based and hospital‑based services. TCAVI also participates in federally approved clinical research and prioritizes minimally invasive treatment options whenever possible.

TCAVI is proud to be part of Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA)—a national alliance of top cardiovascular physicians with a shared mission to save lives, improve patient outcomes, and preserve practice autonomy through clinical innovation.

Position Overview

TCAVI is seeking a patient‑centered Advanced Practice Provider (APP)—either a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)—with a strong interest or background in cardiology. This role will be based primarily in our Gainesville offices and affiliated hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in both clinic and acute care settings.
• Manage and evaluate assigned office patients; order diagnostic tests, manage prescriptions, and refer as appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and other APPs on hospital consults and rounds.
• Conduct patient histories, perform documentation, order tests, and manage medications.
• Supervise stress tests and manage additional orders as required.
• Maintain accurate, timely care documentation.
• Stay current with CME, licensure, and hospital privileges.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, with a 4‑day workweek option available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program; Board Certification required.
• Cardiology experience preferred; however, new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient satisfaction and teamwork.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with bonuses and incentives.
• Sign‑on bonus available.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, team‑oriented environment with cutting‑edge cardiovascular care.

If you’re passionate about cardiovascular health and want to make a difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team at The Cardiac & Vascular Institute.