What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiology position at Geisinger Health System?
Job Summary : Geisinger's Heart & Vascular Institute is on the lookout for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic Cardiology department in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. This opportunity allows you to provide exceptional care to adult cardiac patients in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Why Join Us? Enjoy a fantastic Monday to Friday daytime schedule, with no holidays or call responsibilities. Potential outreach opportunities to area clinics add variety to your role!
The Geisinger Heart Institute is a leading provider in a 45-county service area, boasting over 100 physicians and more than 75 advanced practitioners. Together, we perform over 10,000 cardiac procedures each year, across 5 acute care tertiary / quaternary hospitals, 4 community hospitals, and various outreach locations.
We feature accredited chest pain centers and offer a comprehensive range of services, including complex arrhythmia ablation, advanced heart failure programs, and a nationally recognized STEMI PCI network.
Your Role :
- Collaborate with our physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients referred to our cardiology service.
- Demonstrate your autonomy in patient evaluations, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
- Help manage the smooth operations of inpatient and outpatient cardiology services, including cardiac labs and outreach clinics.
- Order necessary testing, interpret results proficiently, and prescribe appropriate medication regimens within your scope of practice.
Qualifications :
The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Nursing and a certificate of completion from an approved Nurse Practitioner program. Eligibility for national certification and licensure as a nurse practitioner in Pennsylvania is required.
Benefits :
Our Purpose & Values : At Geisinger, our mission is to care for our patients, members, and communities. We emphasize kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
