Job Type: Per Diem
Time Type: Part time
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
Per Diem Heart Failure Advanced Practitioner –Heart Failure Clinic (outpatient)
BILH Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Department of Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a skilled and highly motivated NP or PA to work in a per diem role within our busy, well-established, Heart Failure Clinic.
As an Advanced Practitioner in the Heart Failure Clinic, you will play a key role in the management and care of patients with complex heart failure. You will be responsible for assessing heart failure patients within the clinic setting and developing a comprehensive treatment plan to ensure optimal outcomes. This role requires a compassionate and hardworking individual with a strong foundation in cardiology and, specifically, exceptional knowledge of advanced heart failure care.
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and diagnostic evaluations related to heart failure.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide ongoing education to patients and families.
- Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including echocardiograms, EKGs, and lab work.
- Provide patient education regarding heart failure management, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence.
- Document all patient interactions and maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Qualifications:
- Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
- At least 2 or more years of experience in outpatient cardiology setting required.
- Previous experience in heart failure management strongly preferred.
- Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to manage complex cardiac conditions.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, patient-focused attitude with a commitment to providing high-quality care.
