Wellstar

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology - Wellstar MCG Augusta, GA

Wellstar MCG Health, Inc. Full time

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our General Cardiology team. The APP will deliver high-quality, patient-centered cardiology care in the outpatient setting, collaborating with cardiologists, NP/PA's, and other cardiovascular team members.

Schedule

  • Full-time (40 hours per week)

  • Five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday

  • No weekend shifts

  • No hospital call responsibilities

  • Primarily outpatient clinic with potential involvement in same-day follow-ups or ambulatory cardiology activities

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive cardiovascular care for patients in the general cardiology clinic (new patient evaluations, follow-up visits, medication management, risk-factor counselling, coordination of diagnostics).

  • Manage the plan of care under cardiologist supervision, including reviewing labs, ordering and interpreting non-invasive studies (e.g., ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests), and coordinating care with other services (imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, vascular).

  • Serve as a bridge between the cardiologists and other team members (nurses, care coordinators, advanced imaging, etc.) to optimize patient flow, quality care, and outcomes.

  • Participate in multidisciplinary cardiovascular care conferences, guideline-based practice updates, and quality improvement initiatives.

  • Educate patients and families regarding cardiovascular disease, preventive strategies, lifestyle modification, medications, and diagnostic/procedural preparation.

  • Collaborate with the academic missions of the department: mentoring advanced practice students or fellows, participating in departmental meetings, and supporting clinic workflow improvements.

  • Ensure documentation and regulatory compliance consistent with institutional, state, and professional standards of practice.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or higher in Nursing (for NP) or Physician Assistant studies (for PA) from an accredited institution.

  • Current licensure as NP or PA in the State of Georgia, or eligible for licensure.

  • National certification (e.g., NP-C, FNP-BC, or PA-C) in good standing.

  • Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in cardiology, cardiovascular medicine or a related field preferred. Experience in outpatient cardiology practice preferred.

  • Excellent clinical skills in cardiovascular assessment, diagnosis, and management; familiarity with non-invasive cardiac testing (ECG, echo, stress testing) is advantageous.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary academic environment.

  • Commitment to patient-centered care, continuous learning, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior exposure to academic cardiology environment or working with fellows/residents.

  • Skill in guideline-based management (e.g., ACC/AHA) of common cardiovascular conditions (e.g., hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias).

  • Familiarity with cardiovascular imaging reports and interpretation.

  • Experience or interest in involvement in quality improvement, research support or education.

Benefits & Highlights

  • No evenings, no weekends, no hospital call – predictable schedule with work/life balance.

  • Work within the only academic medical center in the region (Wellstar MCG Health + Medical College of Georgia) offering advanced cardiovascular services.

  • Opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with cardiology faculty, fellows, and advanced practice colleagues.

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, CME allowance, paid time off).

  • Location: Augusta, GA — a vibrant region with rich medical community, relatively low cost of living, and access to regional amenities.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.