Cardiology Physician Assistant

About this job

Wellstar Health System is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our General Cardiology team at our new Columbia County Medical Center, located in Grovetown, GA. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team of physicians and clinicians from Augusta University and Wellstar Medical Group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care at Columbia County Medical Center.

Schedule:

4/10's Monday Thursday, either 7am-5 pm or 8am 6pm

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive cardiac care to adult patients in the inpatient setting

• Perform history and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans

• Collaborate with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care

• Conduct hospital rounds, follow-up visits, and discharge planning for cardiology patients

• Participate in outpatient clinic appointments including follow-ups, medication management, and preventive cardiac care

• Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, treatment options, and ongoing health maintenance

• Assist in managing patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias
  
  

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

• Current Georgia licensure (or eligibility) as an NP or PA

• Board certification as an NP (AGACNP) or PA-C

• BLS and ACLS certification required

• Minimum of 1 year of cardiology or inpatient APP experience strongly preferred

• Excellent communication, clinical, and teamwork skills
  
  

Why Wellstar Columbia County?

• Be a founding provider at the new Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center

• Access to modern facilities and advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Support from a large, integrated health system known for innovation and quality

• Opportunities for teaching, research, and professional growth
  
  

Benefits Include:

• Competitive compensation and incentive structure

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Paid malpractice with tail coverage

• CME allowance and paid time off