Pulmonary Hypertension Advanced Provider III

About the role

The Lee Health Heart Institute is seeking an Advanced Provider to assist with the growth and development of our Pulmonary Hypertension Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the evaluation, treatment, and longitudinal management of patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), and other forms of pulmonary hypertension.
• Manage advanced pulmonary hypertension therapies, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and educate patients and caregivers on parenteral prostacyclin therapy.
• Collaborate with and under the leadership of the Pulmonary Hypertension Program Director to provide care in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Support weekend coverage and call responsibilities based on program needs.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Florida license, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience managing patients with pulmonary hypertension is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong communication, patient education, and care coordination skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
• Specialty certification relevant to cardiology, pulmonology, or pulmonary hypertension is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care pathway preferred) or Physician Assistant.
• Active, unrestricted Florida license, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience managing patients with pulmonary hypertension is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong communication, patient education, and care coordination skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
• Specialty certification relevant to cardiology, pulmonology, or pulmonary hypertension is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Passion for cardiovascular and pulmonary vascular medicine.
• Patient-centered care.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Advanced pulmonary hypertension therapies management.
• Education and support of patients and caregivers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and employee wellness opportunities.
• Generous paid time off to enjoy the beautiful SW Florida weather and beaches, and CME Days.
• Malpractice and Tail Coverage Provided.
• 403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) enhanced retirement option.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Participation in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Pay

Details on pay structure are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is described as Days, but details on specific shifts are not provided.