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Avera Marshall General Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
We are seeking a highly skilled general cardiology advanced practice provider (APP) to join our dynamic cardiology clinic team. As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will play a pivotal role in providing independent comprehensive care and clinical expertise to patients across various cardiology subspecialties. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.
Responsibilities:
Provide direct patient care in the cardiology clinic, Avera Heart Hospital, Avera McKennan Hospital, and North Central Heart Outreach clinics evaluating and managing patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions, including but not limited to coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, post cardiovascular surgical, valvular diseases, and hypertension.
Conduct thorough patient assessments, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, echocardiograms, and stress tests.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient’s conditions, needs, and preferences, incorporating evidence-based guidelines and the latest advancements in cardiology.
Prescribe medications, perform medication reconciliations, and provide patient education on medication use, potential side effects, and interactions.
Administer various cardiac procedures and treatments, including venipunctures, IV therapies, cardiac monitoring, and patient counseling on lifestyle modifications.
Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care, ensuring seamless transitions between outpatient and inpatient settings, as well as effective communication and continuity of care.
Participate in shared on-call duties, responding to urgent or emergent cardiac cases and providing appropriate triage and interventions.
Educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions, treatment options, self-care strategies, and preventive measures, empowering them to actively participate in their cardiac health management.
Assist in cardiac procedures, such as stress testing, pacemaker checks, and device interrogations, under the supervision of cardiologists.
Document patient encounters, assessments, treatments, and interventions accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR), ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational guidelines.
Engage in professional development activities, staying abreast of current cardiology research, emerging trends, and evidence-based practices.