Full Job Description
We are recruiting for a motivated Cardiology General APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team!
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Department
Cardiology Physicians
Job Summary The Division of Cardiology at Denver Health Medical Center is recruiting for an advanced care provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our cardiology division as a PRN/Intermittent provider. The ideal candidate will have outpatient cardiology experience in any cardiology discipline. This position can offer anywhere between 1-3 days per week in this intermittent role. Under general supervision of a physician, performs professional medical work in the examination, diagnosis and treatment of Cardiology patients according to statutory limitations, depending on their degree (PA, NP). Works with clinical staff, fellows, and attending physicians to provide Cardiology care in multiple domains (Inpatient, outpatient, procedural). Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. Performs testing, referral to physicians as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs administrative procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols and available equipment. May perform administrative support functions as required. Essential Functions:
- Monitors and evaluates medical condition of patient and under the supervision of a physician and in collaboration with other disciplines and standards of care or applying appropriate protocols, make decisions regarding treatment changes. Refers patient to specialized services as needed. (35%)
- Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations. (20%)
- Orders and administers appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory limitations or refers patient to a caregiver in a specialty area. Initiates, performs or directs other healthcare professionals to perform screenings and diagnostic tests. (10%)
- Device interrogation for ICDs and pacemakers. (10%)
- Provides for pre and post op/procedural care. (10%)
- Completes required documentation legibly, thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records. (10%)
- Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. (5%)
Education:
- Master’s Degree (NP or PA) Required
Work Experience:
- 1-3 years experience Required
Licenses
- NP or PA License in the state of Colorado required
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) – AHA – American Heart Association Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of medical principals and procedures.
- Knowledge of community resources for appropriate procedures.
- Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams and formulating assessments of and treatment plans for patients.
- Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
- Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
- Ability to prepare accurate reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public.
- A strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring adherence to critical care pathways and protocols and ensures an environment of safe quality care.
- Computer skills required.
Shift
Days (United States of America)
Work Type
PRN/Intermittent
Salary
$117,200.00 – $130,000.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)
Benefits
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Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
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On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
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Community resource navigation support
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Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
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Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Our Values
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Respect
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Belonging
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Accountability
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Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit:
https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.