Women's Health Cardiology APP

About the role

The Division of Cardiology at Albany Medical College is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our busy and collaborative outpatient cardiology practice. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality cardiovascular care in a supportive, team-oriented environment while working closely with cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams. This role will primarily focus on outpatient follow-up visits and pre-operative cardiovascular evaluations, supporting continuity of care for patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions. Position Highlights: Full-time Monday–Friday 8am-4:30pm; Outpatient clinic-based role; Average 15 patients per day once fully trained with 2 half days of admin time (8 patients on admin days); Collaborative practice with cardiologists, nurses, and ancillary support staff; Opportunity to build expertise in outpatient cardiovascular management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient follow-up visits for patients with cardiovascular conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, and valvular heart disease
• Perform pre-operative cardiovascular evaluations and risk assessments for patients undergoing surgical procedures
• Obtain detailed medical histories and perform focused cardiovascular examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory tests, ECGs, and cardiac imaging as appropriate
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists
• Provide medication management and patient education on cardiovascular disease prevention and management
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, surgeons, and other specialists
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice efficiency efforts
• Focus on heart disease in women, with understanding of sex differences in cardiovascular disease, including prevention, atypical symptoms evaluation, microvascular disease, and managing women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
• Evaluate traditional risk factors alongside sex-specific and female-predominant risk enhancers, including adverse pregnancy outcomes, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause transition and autoimmune disorders
• Educate female patients and their families on recognizing cardiac warning signs, understanding unique female-pattern risks, and adhering to prevention guidelines

Qualifications

• Current license and active registration as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State
• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Interest in or experience with cardiovascular medicine preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records; Epic experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Commitment to patient-centered care and maintaining HIPAA confidentiality standards

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range $116,035-$136,512 depending on years of licensure
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
• Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support
• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Pay

Salary range: $116,035‑$136,512 based on years of licensure: newly licensed $116,035; 3 years $122,861; 8 years $129,686; 12 years $136,512.

Schedule

Work Shift: Day (United States of America); Full-time Monday–Friday 8am‑4:30pm.