Physician Associate/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Cardiology Inpatient Per-Diem, Portland, ME

About the role

MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME is recruiting for an experienced Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to work in the Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider Service. The APP will provide in-patient cardiovascular and general medical care under the supervision of the MaineHealth Cardiology physicians. This is a per-diem position. MMC’s Division of Cardiology has been ranked High Performing by US News in several cardiac procedures and conditions, including Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Valve Surgery, and Heart Failure. This is one of the largest programs in Northern New England with 50+ providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-patient cardiovascular and general medical care under the supervision of Cardiology physicians.

Qualifications

• Certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners/American Nurses Credentialing Center (AANP/ANA) and maintenance of such certifications.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensure through the Maine State Board of Registration in Medicine or Maine State Board of Nursing (or eligibility for licensure).
• Previous APP experience is desired.
• Maintenance of BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and administrative staff.
• Compassionate and thorough care of patients and families.

Benefits

MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Pay

• Internal candidates (current full‑time or part‑time MaineHealth employees): 120% of their current hourly rate, eligible for shift differentials.
• External candidates or candidates who only hold per‑diem roles at MaineHealth: $80.00 per hour, eligible for shift differentials.

Schedule

This is a per‑diem position.