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Job description
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Relocation Assistance Provided
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Days | Day Shift
Location: La Grande, OR (Rural Eastern Oregon)
Compensation: $135K - $140K+ per year
We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate (PA) to join our cardiology team. In this collaborative role, the provider will work directly with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals with cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, assist in the management of cardiovascular disease, contribute to diagnostic evaluations, provide patient education on disease prevention and management including lifestyle changes.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physical examinations and cardiovascular assessments for new and follow-up patients
Manage chronic conditions including heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension
Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as 12-lead EKGs, echocardiograms, and cardiac stress tests
Educate patients and families on disease pathology, medication adherence, and surgical recovery
Counsel patients on lifestyle modifications including heart-healthy nutrition, exercise, and smoking cessation
Coordinate care transitions between inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and primary care providers
Document patient encounters accurately within the electronic health record system for billing and continuity
Triage urgent patient concerns and facilitate emergency admissions or interventions when necessary
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss complex patient cases and optimize clinical outcomes
Assist in the performance of minor clinical procedures as permitted by state law and facility credentialing
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program (required)
Current NP or PA licensure (required)
1-2 years of experience as a NP/PA (required)
Board certification or board eligibility (required)
Comfort with and interest in practicing in a rural community setting
Compensation & Benefits
Very competitive total compensation opportunity ($140+) which includes:
Quality incentives up to $13,000
RVU bonus based on annual threshold
Commencement bonus of $20,000
$8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME time
Student loan repayment
Hospital employed
Full benefits including a 401k match & Paid malpractice
Worksite address
la grande, OR, 97850, US
Who can apply
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