Structural Heart Coordinator - Cardiology (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Employee incentives

PTO and holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Training and development

Team celebrations

Job summary

The Iowa Clinic in the Des Moines area is seeking a Structural Heart Coordinator to join our patient-centered cardiology team. You will provide professional nursing services, conduct comprehensive patient assessments, coordinate testing and scheduling, and support physicians in delivering high-quality care during standard clinic hours.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of nursing experience, preferably in cardiology or related fields, excellent communication and teamwork, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of nursing experience required, with cardiology preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, diagnoses and treatments.
• Exceptional patient skills and communication abilities.
• Able to prepare and maintain patient records and charting.
• Team oriented with the ability to assist physicians professionally.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct day-to-day Structural Heart program activities.
• Provide professional nursing services per established standards.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ care needs.
• Assist with triage, formulate initial care plans, and coordinate cardiac testing.
• Schedule tests, manage results, and communicate with patients and providers.
• Spend time with patients to listen and ensure they feel valued.

Skills

Nursing experience

Cardiology

Vascular

Cardiothoracic nursing

Patient communication

Team oriented

Record keeping

Assisting physicians

Tools

Medical office procedures

Job description

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You're in the right place.

Healthcare here is different – we're locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.

By working at The Iowa Clinic, you'll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we're committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.

Think you've got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…

A day in the life…

Wondering what a day in the life of Structural Heart Coordinator at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

• Arrive at work in the morning – no night shifts here!
• Coordinate and conduct of day-to-day Structural Heart program activities specific to Patients with Structural Heart Concerns.
• Provides professional nursing services for patients of assigned physician(s) following established nursing practice standards and medical office hospital procedures
• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patient's care needs
• Assists provider(s) with patient triage, identifies nursing diagnoses or problem lists and formulates an initial plan of care based on assessment data
• Assist with coordination, management, and administration of cardiac testing, including facilitating orders, scheduling, results management, and communication with patients and providers.
• Spend enough time with your patients to listen to them and get to know them
• Return patient calls and ensure all patients feel valued and cared for
• Leave in the evening – hooray for working standard clinic hours!

This job might be for you if…

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of nursing experience required - previous cardiology, vascular or cardiothoracic nursing experience preferred
• A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career
• Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, medical diagnoses and treatments
• Exceptional patient skills
• The ability to prepare and maintain records
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• A positive and team-oriented attitude
• Ability to assist physicians in professional manner

Bonus points if…

• You love exceeding people’s expectations
• You enjoy having fun where you work
• Finding meaningful connections is what you live for

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What’s in it for you

• One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
• Employee incentives to share in the Clinic's success
• Generous PTO accruals
• and paid holidays
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
• Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
• Employee feedback surveys
• All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication