About the role
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Cardiology Tampa Bay, FL | Full-Time
Bay Area Cardiology Associates is hiring an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide cardiovascular care in both office and hospital settings.
Join an established team of cardiologists and advanced practice providers serving the Tampa Bay community. This opportunity offers a choice of primary office in Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, or Sun City Center, along with collaboration across general cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure, and vascular care.
Schedule and Practice Setting
* Monday–Friday schedule with shared weekend coverage approximately once per month * Combination of outpatient appointments and inpatient responsibilities * Choice of primary office among four Tampa Bay locations * Collaborative environment with experienced physicians and APPs
Your Role
* Assess patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions * Conduct new patient visits and follow-up appointments * Support hospital rounding and inpatient cardiology consultations * Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including EKGs, laboratory testing, cardiac imaging, and stress tests * Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians * Adjust medications, monitor treatment response, and coordinate referrals * Counsel patients on cardiovascular conditions, treatment options, and preventive care * Coordinate care between hospital discharge and outpatient follow-up
Required Qualifications
* Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant * Active Florida license or eligibility to obtain before starting * At least two years of experience practicing as an APP * Strong assessment, clinical decision-making, and communication skills * Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care
Preferred Background
* Experience in cardiology, hospital medicine, or acute care * Acute Care NP or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP certification for nurse practitioner applicants
Compensation and Benefits
* Competitive compensation * Medical, dental, and vision coverage * Paid time off * CME allowance * 401(k) retirement plan * Professional development opportunities through the Cardiovascular Associates of America network