What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Synectics?
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP/APN) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Part-Time option available based on candidate availability and business needs)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP/APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing cardiology team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient cardiac care while collaborating closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
Independently evaluate and manage cardiac patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
See an average of 10-15 inpatients per day and approximately 2 outpatient visits per hour.
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, and chronic cardiac conditions.
Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop treatment plans.
Prescribe medications and other appropriate treatments.
Perform cardiac stress testing (training provided if needed).
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required. (RN experience alone does not qualify).
Hospitalist experience may be considered if it includes significant cardiac patient care.
Comfortable evaluating and treating cardiac patients independently.
Prior critical care experience preferred.
Experience performing cardiac stress testing is preferred but not required.
Expert EKG interpretation skills.
Active New Jersey NP or PA license, CDS, and NJ DEA.
Proof of prior malpractice insurance coverage (including tail coverage, if applicable).
Willingness to complete hospital and insurance credentialing (approximately 3-6 months).
Schedule & Benefits
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
No weekends or on-call responsibilities
9 paid holidays
4 weeks PTO
1 week sick/personal leave
5 CME days with a $3,000 annual CME allowance
401(k) with 3% employer match after one year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid malpractice insurance and gap coverage
Merit-based bonus and salary review opportunities
Additional Information
This is a growth position.
Start date is dependent upon completion of hospital credentialing.
No relocation assistance is available.
Outside employment must be approved by the employer.
Salary : $130,000 - $140,000