Physician Assistant - Specialty Practice - Cardiology

Carilion Clinic

  • Christiansburg, VA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:Full time Physician Assistant opportunity. Established cardiology practice in Christiansburg, VA is seeking additional support due to growth. Join an established practice with 5 experienced Cardiologist and 5 experienced ACPs. Hours are primarily Monday-Friday with rotating weekend coverage (8/10 hour shift options). Possible part time options as well.Clinical Responsibilities include:
  • Assess, diagnose, monitor and promote clinical status of each patient utilizing evidenced based practice and medical knowledge in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Develops appropriate plan of care.
  • Writes patient care orders, and prescribes therapy.
  • Identifies significant changes in patient status using physical exam, lab values, diagnostic tests, and patient/family input.
  • Collaborates with nursing, medicine, and other members of the healthcare team to regularly ensure quality patient care.
  • Works in stress lab.
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center is a 146 bed facility. Services offered at hospital include emergent PCI; diagnostic and elective catheterization, intravascular stent implementation; peripheral vascular interventions; cardiac angiography, cardiac CT, echo with Doppler/color flow; TEE; 3D TEE, Holter monitoring; intra-aortic balloon pumping; nuclear cardio; pacemaker implantation; stress echo; peripheral angiography and angioplasty; and cardiac rehab.What We Require:Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program required.Experience: Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/ department preferredLicensure/Certification: Current Physician Assistants license (PA) required. DEA licensure required. AHA BLS-HCP certification required. Advanced life support is preferred and is required for those who may use a defibrillator in their practice.Other: Meets credentialing requirements. Qualifies for malpractice insurance and is accepted by Carilion Clinic's malpractice insurance carrier. Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other health care providers. Maintains open and supportive communications between all department members and other employees, patients and their family members. Commitment to continued professional development.About CarilionThis is Carilion Clinic ...An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.Requisition Number: 141514
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic Cardiology - New River Valley
Shift: Day
Shift Details: M-F with rotating weekend coverage
Recruiter: KARYN B FARRELL
Recruiter Phone: 540-224-5383
Recruiter Email: KBFarrell@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.Equal Opportunity EmployerMinorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityCarilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.Carilion Total RewardsWhat matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
  • Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
  • Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
  • Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
  • Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
  • Discounts on childcare
  • Continued education and training
Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by vising our Total Rewards Page.Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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