Cardiology Physician Assistant

Cardiology Physician Assistant Position Summary

The Cardiology Physician Assistant (PA) provides advanced clinical care to patients with cardiovascular conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings. Working collaboratively with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary care team, the PA evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, manages chronic and acute cardiac conditions, and supports continuity of cardiovascular care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including history and physical examinations

• Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions

• Conduct daily inpatient rounds or outpatient clinic visits, as applicable

• Order, interpret, and document diagnostic tests including ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and laboratory studies

• Develop and implement treatment plans under physician supervision

• Manage cardiac medications and provide guideline-directed medical therapy

• Assist with or perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., cardioversions, stress testing, device checks)

• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly

• Provide patient and family education on cardiac conditions, medications, lifestyle modification, and follow-up care

• Coordinate care with nursing, pharmacy, cardiac rehabilitation, and consulting services

• Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and cardiovascular care initiatives

Clinical Areas May Include

• General cardiology

• Heart failure management

• Electrophysiology support

• Interventional cardiology follow-up

• Preventive and outpatient cardiology

Schedule

• Day shift with variable hours

• May include weekends or limited call depending on service needs

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Current national certification as a Physician Assistant

• Active or eligible state licensure

• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred

• Prior cardiology, internal medicine, hospital medicine, or critical care experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong cardiovascular assessment and clinical decision-making skills

• Familiarity with cardiac diagnostics and guideline-directed therapy

• Ability to function effectively in fast-paced inpatient or clinic environments

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

Work Environment

• Hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and procedural areas

• Requires standing, walking, and extended patient interaction

• Exposure to high-acuity cardiac patients depending on role