NP or PA - Outpatient Cardiology

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Outpatient Cardiology
South Bay Cardiovascular Associates
St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center® | Catholic Health
Location: 540 Union Boulevard, West Islip, NY 11795
Department: South Bay Cardiology
Schedule: Outpatient practice with Sunday and holiday weekend rotations as needed
Join Our Cardiology Team!
Catholic Health's South Bay Cardiovascular Associates, affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our outpatient cardiology practice in West Islip, NY.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced cardiologists in a collaborative environment focused on providing comprehensive, high-quality cardiovascular care.
The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in cardiology, excellent clinical assessment skills, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
About St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®
St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®, part of Catholic Health, is New York State's only specialty-designated cardiac center and is nationally recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care.
Our physicians and advanced practice providers work collaboratively to provide advanced diagnostic services, evidence-based treatments, and comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout Long Island.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and clinical evaluations.
• Collaborate with cardiologists in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with cardiovascular conditions.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, and medications within the provider's scope of practice.
• Review and communicate cardiac diagnostic test results, including 12-lead EKGs and other cardiovascular studies.
• Participate in cardiac stress testing and related diagnostic evaluations as appropriate to training and assigned responsibilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Coordinate hospital admissions, transfers, referrals, and follow-up care as clinically indicated.
• Educate patients and families regarding cardiovascular conditions, medications, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and clinical standards.

Qualifications
Education & Licensure
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current New York State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
• Current national board certification appropriate to the provider's discipline.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• DEA registration if required for assigned responsibilities.

Experience & Clinical Skills
• Previous experience in cardiology or electrophysiology preferred.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular conditions, diagnostic testing, and treatment protocols.
• Proficiency in 12-lead EKG interpretation.
• Experience with exercise stress testing and/or nuclear stress testing preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient management skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to participate in Saturday rotations as needed.

Advance Your Career in Cardiovascular Medicine
Join South Bay Cardiovascular Associates and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care to the Long Island community.
Catholic Health | St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®
Salary Range
USD $71.98 - USD $93.00 /Hr.