Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Cardiology

Mass General Brigham; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our cardiology clinic in Northampton, MA. The role involves 36 patient-facing hours and 4 administrative hours per week across 5 eight-hour shifts, with responsibilities in the stress lab two days weekly and weekend call rotation.

Under physician supervision, you will perform histories, exams, order tests, manage diagnoses, prescribe medications, and document care, contributing to high-quality ambulatory

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• APRN-NP state license required.
• Minimum 2 years of licensed NP experience; 3+ years in cardiology/heart failure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care, counseling, and education to designated patient population in ambulatory and inpatient settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations; orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate tests.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintains thorough documentation including admission, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Participates in weekend call rotation and collaborates with physicians to manage patient plans of care.

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryOur cardiology clinic is located at 22 Atwood Drive in Northampton, MA. We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team. The schedule for this position will consist of (5) 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The anticipated breakdown is 36 clinical/patient facing hours and 4 hours dedicated to administrative time. This NP/PA will have clinical responsibilities primarily in the office/clinic setting, with additional responsibilities in the stress lab at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (30 Locust St, Northampton, MA) two days per week. The NP/PA will also be part of the weekend call rotation – approximately 1 in 9 weekends.Under the direction of a physician, the NP/PA will assess and manage follow-up patients in the outpatient setting following established standards and practices. Services may include performing complete histories and physical exams, performing or ordering simple diagnostic tests, preparing a diagnosis and implementing procedures for illnesses as well as urgent cases.SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.Does this position require Patient Care?YesEssential Functions-Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.-Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.QualificationsEducationMaster's Degree Nursing requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN-NP - State License] - Generic - HR Only requiredExperience2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience, 1-2 years requiredAdditional Job Details (if applicable)3+ years of experience working as an NP/PA in cardiology and/or heart failure requiredRemote TypeOnsiteWork Location22 Atwood DriveScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$135720.00 - $173,867.20/AnnualGrade7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1920 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.