Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program.

Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) with experience or strong interest in outpatient cardiolovascular to join a growing ambulatory cardiology practice. This role works closely with cardiologists to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including patient histories and physical exams

Evaluate and manage patients with cardiac conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and hyperlipidemia

Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests (EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter/event monitors, labs)

• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with cardiology physicians
• Prescribe medications and manage ongoing therapy per clinical guidelines
• Provide patient education regarding disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications
• Document all clinical encounters accurately in the EMR
• Coordinate care with referring providers, imaging, and ancillary services
• Support quality initiatives and clinical protocols within the cardiology service line

Qualifications

• Required
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active PA license in [State]
• NCCPA certification
• Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred

• Outpatient cardiology experience (1+ year preferred, but strong new grads considered depending on training)
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR
• BLS/ACLS certification

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.