What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant position at Geisinger?
Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant - Cardiology
Job Summary:
Geisinger's Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the growing cardiology department at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania.
This team provides care in 5 acute care tertiary/ quaternary hospitals, 4 community hospitals, and numerous outreach locations, and together performs over 10,000 cardiac procedures annually.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients referred to the cardiology service.
- Demonstrate autonomy through patient evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Order testing as deemed necessary and remain proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner.
About Geisinger:
We are a health system dedicated to caring for our patients, members, students, and communities. Our mission is to improve health outcomes by providing high-quality care, innovative treatments, and exceptional patient experiences.
Benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off policy.
- Relocation for qualified candidates.
- Health Care Benefits Starting Day 1: including vision and dental.
We offer a diverse and inclusive work environment that values collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.