Description
Full-time APRN/PA needed to join our Cardiology physicians in an established Cardiology practice. Work schedule being 4 days a week Outpatient and 1 weekend per month Inpatient.
*Previous experience as a nurse practitioner in an outpatient Cardiology office is preferred. Important skills include strong interpersonal and communication abilities, as well as a keen attention to detail.
Job Duties Include:
- Provide comprehensive healthcare to adult patients, including ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests
- Complete history & physical examinations, document exam results, record progress notes, and provide continuity of care
- Write orders for medications, treatments, tests & IV fluids
- May diagnose and manage acute episodic and chronic illnesses, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention, pacemaker & defibrillator follow-up interpretation, and preliminary interpretation of EKGs with Physician overread.
- May order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic and lab tests, and prescribe pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic therapies.
- Call details are available upon request.
Benefits Include: Competitive salary with productivity-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including malpractice insurance, CME allowance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan.
- Access to EPIC EMR system for seamless patient care coordination.
- No state income tax in Florida
- Family friendly community with amazing parks (Bonnet Springs Park located in the heart of Lakeland!)
- Weekend activities such as: weekly local Farmer’s Market, First Friday events, Food Truck Rallies, and much more!
Requirements
Education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program or Master of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies from accredited program.
Qualifications:
- CPR/BLS certification is required
- Active, unrestricted FL license (or the ability to obtain FL license) is required
- Strong clinical skills with commitment to patient-centered care.
- Board Certified through AANP or NCCPA
- Credentialing with appropriate facilities must be received prior to performing patient care.
Skills Required
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), DNP, or Master of Physician Assistant Studies
- Active CPR/BLS certification
- Active, unrestricted Florida license or ability to obtain one
- Board certification through AANP or NCCPA
- Credentialing with appropriate facilities prior to performing patient care
- Previous nurse practitioner/PA experience in an outpatient cardiology office
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and attention to detail
What We Do
Watson Clinic is one of the largest multispecialty medical clinics in Florida, providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Lakeland, Polk County, and beyond. Established in 1941, the clinic features over 220 board-certified physicians across 40 medical and surgical specialties. Supported by a qualified team of midlevel providers, Watson Clinic offers a wide range of services, including primary care, cardiology, OB-GYN, and urgent care, across multiple locations in Central Florida.
