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Cardiology NP/PA

Market Street Staffing, Hickory, NC, United States


Hickory, United States | Posted on 04/22/2026

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00a-6:00p

Willing to accommodate 7 on/7 off schedule

EMR:

Cerner

Credentialing:

90 days, temporary privileges available

Requirements

Active North Carolina licensure

Board certification

AHA BLS certification

Minimum 1-year Cardiology experience or equivalent

Job Responsibilities (Generalized)

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Order and interpret diagnostic tests

Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions

Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.

Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty

Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care

Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients

Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions

Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload

Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team

Educational & Certification Requirements
Education:

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited program

Licenses & Certifications:

Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in North Carolina

National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])

Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in North Carolina

National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Experience:

While specific requirements may vary, most locum APP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty

Travel
If you reside greater than 50 miles from the facility you are eligible for travel benefits. You will have your travel and lodging arranged by our travel department and paid for in full.

Please note that this position is offered as an independent contractor (1099) role and does not include the typical benefits associated with a W‑2 employment, such as health insurance, retirement contributions, or paid time off.

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