Cardiology Physician Assistant

Job Description
Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Cardiology team in Hilo, Hawaii. You will work alongside a collaborative group of cardiologists and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality cardiovascular care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a supportive environment while enjoying an exceptional quality of life on the Big Island.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conductpatient evaluations, histories, and physical exams for new and follow-upcardiology patients.
• Manageand monitor patients with common cardiovascular conditions such ashypertension, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure,hyperlipidemia, etc.
• Orderand interpret diagnostic tests, including EKGs, Holter monitors,echocardiograms, and stress tests.
• Assistin care coordination for patients undergoing procedures or referred forspecialty care.
• Provideinpatient cardiology consults and follow-ups (if applicable).
• Participatein hospital rounds, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Educatepatients and families on lifestyle changes, medications, and diseasemanagement.
• Collaborateclosely with supervising cardiologists, primary care providers, andsupport staff.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Currentand unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or PhysicianAssistant (PA) in Hawaii, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Nationalcertification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
• BLSand ACLS certification required.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of cardiology or internal medicine experience is preferred, butstrong new graduates with relevant rotations or an RN background incardiology will be considered.
• Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortableworking independently with physician support.
• EMRexperience (Epic or equivalent preferred).

Benefits

Why Hilo, Hawaii?

• Experiencethe beauty and culture of the Big Island with an unbeatable quality oflife
• Close-knit,welcoming community with a strong sense of ʻohana(family)
• Accessto world-class hiking, surfing, beaches, and volcano exploration
• Lowerhousing and cost of living than other Hawaiian islands
• High-impactwork in an underserved and appreciative population