Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Geisinger's Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to support our Cardiology departments at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will: 10-hour day shift optional Collaborate with the physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients referred to the cardiology service. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Manages and assists in the smooth, efficient operations of the inpatient cardiology patient, outpatient cardiology clinic, cardiac labs and outreach cardiology clinics. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner. The successful Nurse Practitioner candidate will work in collaboration with the physician and have a certificate of completion from an approved program for Nurse Practitioners or be eligible to hold national certification that allows the NP to work with the patient populations and location settings associated with this position. Must be eligible for licensure as a nurse practitioner in the state of PA.