Locum Cardiology | Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Washington)

Location : Seattle WA

Pay : per hour

Assignment Length :

December 1 through February 28

Maternity leave coverage

Start Date : December 1, 2025

Openings : Details :

Outpatient coverage

5 8-hour or 4 10-hour shifts per week

Average 10-15 PPD

100% Adult patient population

Practice includes 30 Cardiologists

EMR : EPIC

Credentialing : 60-90 days

Requirements :

Active Washington license or IMLC / compact license

Board certification

AHA BLS and ACLS certifications

Minimum 1-year Cardiology experience

Travel Benefits :

If you reside greater than 50 miles from the facility you are eligible for travel benefits. You will have your travel and lodging arranged by our travel department and paid for in full.

Provided Travel Expenses :

Round-trip flight

Rental car and fuel

Mileage reimbursement (in lieu of flight and rental car)

Lodging

Job Responsibilities (Generalized) :

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Order and interpret diagnostic tests

Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions

Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.

Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and PA or NP specialty

Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care

Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

Skills :

Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients

Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions

Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload

Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team

Education Requirements :

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited program

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)

Licenses & Certifications :

Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in Washington

National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Washington

National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP))

Experience :

While specific requirements may vary, most locum PA and NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty

Additional Notes :

Locum tenens PA and NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities

These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing PAs and NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload

Job Types : Full-time, Locum tenens

Pay : $120.00 - $140.00 per hour

Work Location : In person