Nurse Practitioner (CardioMetabolic)

Capital Cardiology Associates is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive cardiometabolic care in our clinic. In this specialized role, you will assess patients and develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, pharmacists, dietitians, exercise trainers, nurses, and health coaches. You will manage patients across cardiovascular, endocrine, weight management, kidney disease, and lifestyle medicine components.

Clinical Setting

This position is based in our cardiology clinic and operates in person. You will work as part of an integrated team focused on delivering patient-centered cardiometabolic care.

Responsibilities

Patient Care Management

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients to evaluate cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic risks, including medical history review, physical exams, and ordering appropriate diagnostic tests
• Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient needs
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities
• Develop personalized, evidence-based management plans considering medical history, current health status, and individual patient goals
• Assess patients for cardiovascular risk, metabolic and endocrine conditions, diabetes, kidney disease, sleep apnea, and obesity
• Evaluate patients' readiness for change and engage them in shared decision-making
• Educate patients about pharmacological cardiometabolic options, including anti-obesity medications, risks and benefits, and lifestyle changes
• Provide patient counseling and motivational interviewing techniques
• Monitor patients' progress, assess and manage complications, and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and provide ongoing support
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to incorporate lifestyle medicine and achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Seek consultation from supervising physician when appropriate
• Assist other clinical areas during downtime, including insurance appeal clinical justification

Clinical Documentation and Communication

• Maintain clear, organized, up-to-date, and accurate clinical notes that demonstrate understanding of documentation requirements for the level of visit performed
• Work closely with cardiologists, pharmacists, dietitians, medication access specialists, and other healthcare professionals to create a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
• Effectively communicate clinical findings and plan of care to physicians, patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team

Professionalism and Quality Improvement

• Function independently within scope of practice as delineated by New York State
• Maintain required certifications and licensures
• Promote a positive public image for the profession and for Capital Cardiology Associates
• Respect confidentiality and privacy
• Function as an integral part of the team and participate in maintaining a cohesive work environment
• Assist with training and education of staff and contribute to an open learning environment
• Demonstrate flexibility in work location to accommodate organizational needs
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by collecting and analyzing data, participating in case reviews, and suggesting process enhancements
• Stay current with advancements in cardio-kidney-metabolic and obesity guidelines and research to offer evidence-based care

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Licenses and Certifications

• Current New York State (or applicable state) NP or PA license
• National certification (ANCC or AANP for Nurse Practitioners; NCCPA for Physician Assistants)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one year of NP/PA experience in a related practice area

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $107,000 to $120,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits include:

• Paid sick and vacation accruals
• Health, vision, dental, and FSA plans available
• Voluntary supplemental benefits options
• Generous 401(k) contributions
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Work Location

This position is in-person.