Cardiology Stress Testing APP Opportunity in Queens/Brooklyn

We are seeking a Physician Assistant who specializes in cardiovascular medicine and imaging to provide medical services in collaboration with our cardiology physicians. Join us to provide top-notch care for cardiac patients including but not limited to conducting, recording and interpreting stress test results. Must possess 12 months of Nuclear Stress Testing Required.

Responsibilities:

• Obtain and document patient history as appropriate to chief complaint or reason for visit.
• Conduct relevant physical exam and evaluate patient, documenting pertinent findings.
• Provide care for adult patients who have cardiovascular complaints and conditions.
• Conduct and supervise cardiac diagnostic testing.
• Order appropriate laboratory examinations or tests; interpret results.
• Establish diagnosis of cardiovascular ailments and formulate a plan of treatment, as well as assess the patient’s response to therapy
• Diagnose and treat heart disease and manage chronic illness as part of a preventative maintenance program
• Enlighten patients and their families with regard to cardiovascular condition prevention and maintenance.
• Prescribe medication in accordance with New York State and federal law.
• Collaborate with other clinicians and staff members to ensure continuity of care of patients.
• Attend staff educational programs and meetings.
• Perform other job-related duties as required. 

Physician Assistant: 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Studies but a strong preference for Master of Science degree in Physician Studies. 
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
• Current NCCPA Board Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required but both strongly preferred
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Studies but a strong preference for Master of Science degree in Physician Studies. 
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
• Current NCCPA Board Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required but both strongly preferred
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office

AdvantageCare Physicians (ACPNY) is one of the largest primary and specialty care practices in New York City, with more than 35 convenient locations across all five boroughs* and Long Island. Part of the EmblemHealth family of companies, ACPNY is committed to improving the patient experience and delivering “whole you” care, with a focus on a patient’s overall health picture. In our search for eligible candidates, we’re looking to add to our team of enthusiastic health care professionals who are dedicated to making a difference and will always put patient care first.

*BronxDocs medical offices are affiliates of AdvantageCare Physicians www.acpny.com