Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology, Saratoga Springs, New York

Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunities with Saratoga Hospital Medical Group – Cardiology!

Compensation: PD $53.59 - $66.80

Our Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants serve as an integral patient care provider and member of the Cardiology team. Our intent is to keep a robust APP team engaged with the ability to enjoy a good work/life balance. Work per diem, weekdays, with no call responsibilities. The NP/PA will work closely with colleagues and have a reasonable amount of autonomy in the care and medical decision-making for patients. In addition to six APPS, we have six cardiologists, four Non-invasive (one joining summer 2025) and two Interventional Cardiologists, an Electrophysiologist who splits time between Albany Med and Saratoga. A few highlights of responsibilities:

• • Obtains, documents and updates medical history. Identifies health risks and needs. Performs physical examinations and conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history. Formulates a differential diagnosis and plan of care based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Identifies needs of the individual, family, or community.
  • Orders and review diagnostic tests. Identifies, prescribes, and manage pharmacological therapies.
  • Determines effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of patient care outcomes.
  • Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve medical and health goals.
  • Makes referrals to other health professionals and community agencies. Admits/discharges to appropriate service.
  • Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery.
  • Serves on departmental and multidisciplinary committees, which influence or determine policies affecting advanced practice providers.
  • Participates in and develops projects and quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice.
  • Maintains current level of knowledge relative to professional practice.
  • Maintains all required professional documentation, such as license, certifications, infection control, ACLS/BLS, DEA as well as system requirements.
  • Acts as resource to staff and implements educational programs, as needed.

Saratoga Hospital

Saratoga Hospital is a 171-bed independent, locally governed, thriving community hospital and a leading healthcare provider in the region. We have enjoyed continuous growth for more than a decade, along with a reputation for high quality, personalized, compassionate care. Since September 2004, Saratoga Hospital has maintained Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

The Albany Med Health System

Saratoga Hospital is an affiliate of the Albany Med Health System. This gives our physicians and APPs access to shared best practices, continuing medical education (CME), and teaching opportunities. This partnership has added access to services typically not offered by community hospitals, as well as a seamless connection to the Capital Region’s only academic medical center and the highly specialized medical care it can provide.

Per diem employees are entitled to retirement benefits and more.

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Professional liability coverage
• and more.

Saratoga Springs is a great place to live and work, where you will feel a sense of community.

• Located a half hour from Albany, New York State’s Capital City, and Albany International Airport;
• Three hours from New York City, Montreal and Boston — right on the edge of New England,
• Saratoga County offers family-oriented neighborhoods and communities and excellent schools — both public and private.
• Saratoga and towns throughout the region draw many to a variety of specialty shops, spas, eateries, many with locally sourced food and regionally produced craft beverages.
• Music, art, cultural festivals and farmer’s markets add to the vibrant community feel and social scene.
• Known for world-class entertainment, and abundant year-round recreational and athletic opportunities,
• Famous venues include: Saratoga Race Course featuring world-class thoroughbred racing, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Spa State Park, and Saratoga National Historic Park.
• Outdoor enthusiasts will love the natural beauty of the Adirondacks, nearby Berkshires and Green Mountains, Saratoga Lake, Lake George, other waterways, and more!

Pay Grade: APP
Pay Range: $53.59 - $66.80 /hr.