Wellstar Health System is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our General Cardiology team at our new Columbia County Medical Center, located in Grovetown, GA. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team of physicians and clinicians from Augusta University and Wellstar Medical Group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care at Columbia County Medical Center.
Schedule:
4/10's Monday Thursday, either 7am-5 pm or 8am 6pm
Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive cardiac care to adult patients in the inpatient setting
Perform history and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans
Collaborate with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care
Conduct hospital rounds, follow-up visits, and discharge planning for cardiology patients
Participate in outpatient clinic appointments including follow-ups, medication management, and preventive cardiac care
Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, treatment options, and ongoing health maintenance
Assist in managing patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias
Qualifications:
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current Georgia licensure (or eligibility) as an NP or PA
Board certification as an NP (AGACNP) or PA-C
BLS and ACLS certification required
Minimum of 1 year of cardiology or inpatient APP experience strongly preferred
Excellent communication, clinical, and teamwork skills
Why Wellstar Columbia County?
Be a founding provider at the new Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center
Access to modern facilities and advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Support from a large, integrated health system known for innovation and quality
Opportunities for teaching, research, and professional growth
Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation and incentive structure
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
CME allowance and paid time off
