Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – General Cardiology Weekend Only – Columbia County Medical Center

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Wellstar Health System is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our General Cardiology team at our new Columbia County Medical Center , located in Grovetown, GA. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team of physicians and clinicians from Augusta University and Wellstar Medical Group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care at Columbia County Medical Center.
Schedule:
3/12's – Friday – Sunday, 7am-7pm
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive cardiac care to adult patients in the inpatient setting
• Perform history and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans
• Collaborate with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care
• Conduct hospital rounds, follow-up visits, and discharge planning for cardiology patients
• Participate in outpatient clinic appointments including follow-ups, medication management, and preventive cardiac care
• Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, treatment options, and ongoing health maintenance
• Assist in managing patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias

Qualifications:
• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current Georgia licensure (or eligibility) as an NP or PA
• Board certification as an NP (AGACNP) or PA-C
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum of 1 year of cardiology or inpatient APP experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication, clinical, and teamwork skills

Why Wellstar – Columbia County?
• Be a founding provider at the new Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center
• Access to modern facilities and advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Support from a large, integrated health system known for innovation and quality
• Opportunities for teaching, research, and professional growth

Benefits Include:
• Competitive compensation and incentive structure
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• CME allowance and paid time off

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.