Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Cardiology – Guilderland in Schenectady, New York at Ellis Medicine

Ellis Medicine is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join our Cardiology team in Guilderland, New York.

As a leading community healthcare system in New York's Capital Region, Ellis Medicine is dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve through clinical excellence, innovation, education, and collaboration.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing cardiology program and work alongside experienced cardiologists and an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality cardiovascular care in an outpatient setting.

Position Highlights

• Full-time outpatient cardiology position
• Join an established and collaborative cardiology team
• Work alongside experienced cardiologists and other advanced practice providers
• Opportunity to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad range of cardiovascular conditions
• Strong focus on patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients
• Access to Ellis Medicine's comprehensive cardiac, specialty, diagnostic, and hospital services
• Support from the broader Ellis Medicine health system and specialty network

Clinical Responsibilities

The Advanced Practitioner will work collaboratively with cardiologists and the broader care team to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care.

Responsibilities may include:

• Evaluating new and established cardiology patients
• Obtaining comprehensive medical histories and performing physical examinations
• Assessing, diagnosing, and managing cardiovascular conditions
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic testing
• Managing medications and providing patient education
• Monitoring patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions
• Coordinating care with cardiologists, primary care providers, and other specialists
• Providing education regarding cardiovascular disease prevention, risk-factor modification, and healthy lifestyle choices
• Participating in care coordination and follow-up to promote optimal clinical outcomes

Qualifications

• Current NP or PA certification
• Licensed (or eligible) to practice in New York State
• Previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required
• Cardiology experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Recruitment Package

Ellis Medicine offers a competitive recruitment package designed to support your professional and personal transition to our organization, including:

• Competitive salary range of $134,120-$147,028
• The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses incentives related to quality and performance, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.
• CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional liability/malpractice coverage including post-employment tail coverage
• Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Why Ellis Medicine?

The Wright Heart Center at Ellis Medicine is home to a comprehensive cardiac program serving patients throughout Schenectady County and the greater Capital Region. Ellis continues to invest in advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, innovative technologies, minimally invasive procedures, and coordinated cardiac care.

Our integrated approach brings together cardiologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, diagnostic specialists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to provide patients with high-quality cardiovascular care close to home.

Joining Ellis Medicine provides the opportunity to practice in a community-based healthcare system while having access to the resources and specialty services of a 438-bed teaching hospital.

Join Our Team

Join Ellis Medicine and become part of a dedicated cardiology team committed to providing exceptional cardiovascular care and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.