Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular Genetics (UMMC)

University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a Certified Nurse Practitioner or Certified Physician Assistant to join the Cardiovascular Genetics practice at M Health Fairview Clinics and Surgery Center in Minneapolis. In this ambulatory role, you will provide comprehensive, longitudinal care for adults with inherited or suspected genetic cardiovascular conditions, including cardiomyopathies, inherited arrhythmia syndromes, aortopathies, and other heritable cardiovascular diseases.

Responsibilities

• Perform new and follow-up patient evaluations, including comprehensive histories, physical assessments, review of diagnostic testing, and development of individualized plans of care in collaboration with the Cardiovascular Genetics team
• Provide ongoing management and surveillance for patients with inherited cardiovascular disease, including coordination of appropriate cardiac imaging, rhythm monitoring, laboratory testing, and other diagnostic evaluations
• Work closely with cardiovascular genetic counselors and physician specialists in the evaluation of patients and families with known or suspected inherited cardiovascular disease
• Participate in the review and interpretation of genetic testing results within the APP's scope of practice and in collaboration with genetic counselors and physicians, incorporating results into individualized cardiovascular management and surveillance plans
• Review and incorporate multigenerational family histories and pedigrees into cardiovascular risk assessment and clinical decision-making
• Help identify patients who may benefit from genetic evaluation and facilitate appropriate referrals for genetic counseling and testing
• Collaborate closely with cardiovascular genetics, genetic counseling, electrophysiology, heart failure, cardiovascular imaging, vascular/aortic specialists, and other multidisciplinary partners to provide coordinated, patient-centered care
• Participate and help lead monthly Cardiovascular Genetics Multidisciplinary team meetings
• Communicate recommendations and plans of care with referring physicians, primary care providers, and outside institutions to promote continuity of care
• Provide General Cardiology care, including evaluation and longitudinal management of cardiovascular conditions with an emphasis on cardiac sarcoidosis
• Support timely patient access through independent APP clinics and collaborative physician/APP practice
• Participate in the continued development and growth of the Cardiovascular Genetics program, including opportunities to help develop clinical workflows, care pathways, patient education, and best practices for inherited cardiovascular disease
• Deliver care individualized to the developmental, cultural, and clinical needs of the population served
• Provide occasional cross-coverage for inpatient General Cardiology based on clinical and operational needs
• Utilize Epic Electronic Medical Record for documentation, communication, and coordination of care
• Possible outreach to Maple Grove or Fridley sites

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or formal Adult Nurse Practitioner training program
• Eligible or certified through NCCPA, ANCC, or AANP
• Licensed or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (PAs) or Minnesota APRN license or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through Minnesota Board of Nursing (NPs)
• Able to meet threshold criteria and qualifications for credentialing and privileges

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in Cardiology or Genetics

Schedule

• 1.0 FTE
• 10-hour workdays Monday through Friday
• No nights or weekends

Compensation and Benefits

• Full-time salary range: $130,866 to $161,954 commensurate with practice experience; may also include incentive compensation or additional specialty-specific compensation components; salary prorated based on FTE
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance including vision discount plan
• Substantial 401(k) employer contribution
• Generous flexible time off
• Well-being program including annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services
• Allowance for continuing education, license, board certification, and DEA fees
• Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program