Cardiology Physician Assistant

A healthcare facility in Elizabeth, New Jersey is seeking a Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to provide inpatient cardiology consult coverage on a locum tenens basis. This role offers weekend-focused coverage for patients on the cardiology consult service in a solo practice environment.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Friday through Monday, approximately 2-3 times per month
• Hours: Friday: 10 hours; Saturday: 11 hours; Sunday: 11 hours; Monday: 8 hours
• Setting: Inpatient hospital

Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient cardiology consultation coverage
• Manage an anticipated patient volume of approximately 12 to 24 patients
• Work independently with limited additional support staff
• Support weekend coverage blocks for the cardiology consult service
• Deliver care in a primarily solo practice model with occasional additional APP coverage

Qualifications:

• Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner credential
• Board certified or board eligible
• Experience providing inpatient cardiology consult services
• Ability to manage approximately 12 to 24 patients
• Ability to work independently in a solo coverage setting

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Epic EMR
• Cardiology experience