What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiology Physician Assistant position at SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice
Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Cardiology
team in Hilo, Hawaii. You will work alongside a collaborative group of
cardiologists and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality
cardiovascular care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a unique
opportunity to practice in a supportive environment while enjoying an
exceptional quality of life on the Big Island.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct
patient evaluations, histories, and physical exams for new and follow-up
cardiology patients.
- Manage
and monitor patients with common cardiovascular conditions such as
hypertension, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure,
hyperlipidemia, etc.
- Order
and interpret diagnostic tests, including EKGs, Holter monitors,
echocardiograms, and stress tests.
- Assist
in care coordination for patients undergoing procedures or referred for
specialty care.
- Provide
inpatient cardiology consults and follow-ups (if applicable).
- Participate
in hospital rounds, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
- Educate
patients and families on lifestyle changes, medications, and disease
management.
- Collaborate
closely with supervising cardiologists, primary care providers, and
support staff.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Current
and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician
Assistant (PA) in Hawaii, or eligibility to obtain one.
- National
certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
- BLS
and ACLS certification required.
- A minimum of 1–2 years of cardiology or internal medicine experience is preferred, but
strong new graduates with relevant rotations or an RN background in
cardiology will be considered.
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfortable
working independently with physician support.
- EMR
experience (Epic or equivalent preferred).
Benefits
Why Hilo, Hawaii?
- Experience
the beauty and culture of the Big Island with an unbeatable quality of
life
- Close-knit,
welcoming community with a strong sense of ʻohana
(family)
- Access
to world-class hiking, surfing, beaches, and volcano exploration
- Lower
housing and cost of living than other Hawaiian islands
- High-impact
work in an underserved and appreciative population