Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)- Cardiology - UMMS Providers/Physicians

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

UM Upper Chesapeake Health (UMUCH), a member of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has a full-time employed position available for a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their practice located in Bel Air, MD.

APP Job Specifics:

• Position will manage and treat patients in the Cardiac Prep and Recovery Unit, focusing on stress labs, nuclear and routine stress testing. Also responsible for inpatient consults, and seeing patients in the clinic. 
• Well-established practice serving the community for over 20 years.
• Collaborative, supportive team comprised of 10 physicians, 9 advanced practice providers, as well as medical assistants and administrative support staff.
• Full-time, day shift, benefit eligible position with one day off every other week. No call requirements. 
• Family, Adult, and Acute Care NPs are welcome to apply.
• Cardiology experience is highly preferred.
• This is an outstanding opportunity to join an excellent institution, healthcare system, and collegial team!

As an UMMS provider, you can expect:

• Market leading compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement plan- 403(b) with employer match
• Life insurance and disability coverage

UM UCH is geared to professionals who are serious about learning and progressing in an encouraging setting where teamwork is a way of life.  Our employees take great pride in the culture they’ve helped to create, which exemplifies our core values built on trust, safety and respect. Our people know that great care and a positive attitude mean healthy patients and a happy work environment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of UMUCH.

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland.  As one of the largest private employers in the state, University of Maryland Medical System’s 28,000 employees and 4,000 affiliated physicians provide primary and specialty care in more than 150 locations and at 13 hospitals.

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.

Education & Training: Requires a Master of Science degree with completion of an approved acute care, adult primary care or family nurse practitioner program and maintain licensure through the Maryland Board of Nursing. NPI number, DEA and CDS required. ACLS and BLS certification required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Prefer a minimum of one year of acute care and/or cardiology experience, including ability to competently supervise cardiac stress tests. Proficiency in 12 lead EKG interpretation. Critical care and cardiac cath lab experience highly preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Demonstrate skills to: a) handle multiple priorities; b) work independently and take initiative in achieving goals; c) maintain confidentiality with patient and team member information; d) strong clinical practice and judgment; e) effective decision-making; f) problem-solving; g) crisis management; h) organizing work and attention to detail and follow through. Ability to demonstrate highly effective verbal communication skills required to interact with patients, family members, departmental units, medical and nursing staff, team members at all essential matters; demonstrated / documented effective interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population specific and age specific needs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.