per diem Inpatient Cardiology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our cardiology team in a per diem capacity. Primary coverage needs are with inpatient cardiology services, with a focus on general cardiology, interventional, and electrophysiology (EP) patients. Occasional outpatient coverage may be required. You will be practicing within a supportive, team-based environment, partnering with cardiologists, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and interpretation of diagnostic testing (e.g., EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests).
• Manage and monitor chronic cardiac conditions such as heart failure, arrhythmias, and coronary artery disease
• Initiate, adjust, and monitor medications in accordance with evidence-based guidelines and scope of practice.
• Provide patient education on lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, risk factor management, and disease prevention.
• Coordinate care across specialties and services, including pre- and post-procedure follow-up, referrals, and testing.
• Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Experience :

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Pay range starts at $65.24 / hr depending on experience, plus applicable per diem and shift differentials.