Physician Assistant - Cardiology, Stansbury Community Clinic

Job Summary

The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a motivated Physician Assistant to join their team focusing on general cardiology. The role is outpatient clinic-based, primarily at the Stansbury Community Clinic. The position involves both independent work and collaboration with physician partners and other advanced practice clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Affords physical assessments by conducting physical examinations and gathering medical histories.
• Formulates medical plans and prognoses based on patient conditions.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams on patient care plans and treatments.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and address patient health issues.
• Initiates and recommends medical therapies and procedures in line with approved protocols.
• Maintains accurate medical records and complies with relevant policies.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Counsels patients, families, and significant others on health and illness, promoting health maintenance.
• Evaluates, plans, implements, and reassesses patient care, including emergency measures.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
• Active RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
• Completion of ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS certifications may be required by the department or privileging criteria.

Preferences

• Potential ability to perform essential job functions as outlined in the position description.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and in-depth knowledge of the specialty area.
• Leadership, teaching, research, and communication skills.
• Experience providing care appropriate to the patient population.