Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Cardiology
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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Cardiology
First Coast Heart & Vascular | Palm Coast, FL | Full-Time
Join an established cardiovascular team where you can expand your clinical skills, collaborate with specialists, and build lasting relationships with patients.
First Coast Heart & Vascular is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a primarily outpatient cardiology position in Palm Coast, Florida. The role combines clinic-based patient care with limited hospital responsibilities and shared call coverage.
New graduates and experienced APPs are encouraged to apply. Prior cardiology experience is welcome, and providers entering the specialty will have access to training and mentorship from experienced physicians and advanced practice providers.
Your Role on the Team
- Work alongside general cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, and electrophysiologists to evaluate and treat patients with a broad range of cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting initial consultations and follow-up appointments
- Assessing cardiovascular symptoms and managing acute and chronic conditions
- Creating and adjusting treatment plans in partnership with physicians
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, including EKGs, laboratory testing, cardiac imaging, and stress tests
- Prescribing and monitoring medications within your scope of practice
- Helping patients understand their conditions, treatment options, and ways to reduce cardiovascular risk
- Coordinating care with clinical staff, referring providers, and specialists
- Maintaining thorough and timely electronic medical records
- Participating in shared hospital rounding and call coverage
Work Schedule: Full-time clinic schedule, Monday through Friday
Predominantly outpatient care with limited hospital coverage
Weekend Hospital Call Shared with Another APP
Remote weekday evening and overnight call from 6:00 p. m. to 8:00 a. m.
Monday off after a weekend of call coverage
Support for Your Career
This opportunity offers exposure to multiple areas of cardiovascular medicine within a supportive, physician-led practice. You’ll have opportunities to strengthen your clinical knowledge, learn from experienced colleagues, and pursue long-term growth within First Coast Heart & Vascular and the Cardiovascular Associates of America network.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants Should Have
- Graduation from an accredited NP or PA program
- Current national board certification
- An active Florida license or eligibility for licensure before the start date
- A strong interest in cardiovascular medicine
- Effective clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
- A collaborative approach and commitment to patient-centered care
Cardiology experience is preferred but is not required. Newly graduated Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are welcome.
Compensation and Benefits
- The practice offers compensation based on experience and qualifications, along with:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Malpractice insurance
- A 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- CME allowance
- Professional development support
Get to Know the Practice
First Coast Heart & Vascular provides comprehensive cardiovascular care across Northeast Florida, including Palm Coast. The team brings together expertise in general cardiology, interventional cardiology, and electrophysiology to deliver personalized care.
As a partner of Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA), the practice combines local physician leadership with the resources of a national cardiovascular network.
Apply to learn more about joining our Palm Coast cardiology team.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will evaluate and treat patients with cardiovascular conditions in both clinic and hospital settings. Responsibilities include conducting consultations, ordering diagnostic tests, managing treatment plans, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited NP or PA program and hold current national board certification. An active Florida license or eligibility for licensure is required, along with a strong interest in cardiovascular medicine.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Cardiology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 62% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Cardiology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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