Physician Assistant Specialty Care -Cardiology (Dual Posting with Nurse Practitioner Specialty Care – Cardiology Job ID 59275)
About the Role
Join our expanding team in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine and provide exceptional medical care primarily in our cardiology clinic setting.
Responsibilities
- Independently provide professional medical support for Cardiovascular Medicine services.
- Collaborate with physicians and hospital staff to promote team-based patient care.
- Educate patients and set treatment plans, ensuring adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
- Act as a resource for patients, families, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and demonstrate autonomy in the diagnosis and treatment of health problems.
- Order and perform diagnostic procedures as needed.
- Develop discharge plans and coordinate with care management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Requirements
- Physician Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
Pay
Salary Range: $90,251 - $147,284.80 annually
Benefits
This position is eligible for University benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Short- and long-term disability
- Paid parental leave
- Paid caregiver leave
- Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big-city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living.
Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be.