Physician Assistant / Cardiology - Electrophysiology / North Carolina / Locum Tenens / Cardiology General "Hybrid" Advanced Practice Provider

Specialization: Cardiology Non InvasiveJob Summary:Asheville Cardiology Associates (ACA) is seeking an advanced practice provider to join our expanding general cardiology practice in Asheville, North Carolina. Qualified Candidates:Completion of an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program with appropriate certification examsHas, and maintains, current license with the North Carolina Medical BoardBLS, ACLS certification requiredNew graduates welcome to applyCardiology APP experience preferred; and/or cardiology clinical rotationsPosition HighlightsHybrid Role - IP /OP PositionStandard 80 hrs. per bi weekly pay periodSchedule is a mix of 12; 10 and 8 hr. shiftsProvides coverage 7 days a week, primarily day shift, with occasional night shifts, when primary night shift APPs are outWorks closely with Physicians and ResidentsPerform admissions, discharges, consults and general rounds on cardiology patients.Typical work schedule is 7AM - 5 PM"Late stay" coverage - 7 AM-7 PM or 7 AM- 3 PMIncentive/Benefits Package:Competitive compensationComprehensive health benefits package401kThis position does not offer visa supportAbout Asheville Cardiology Associates:Asheville Cardiology Associates is the largest cardiovascular diseases practice in western North Carolina with more than 35 cardiologists and 25 advanced practice providers who provide a full range of cardiac care including subspecialties of interventional (including structural heart disease), electrophysiology (including complex ablation), imaging (including dedicated cardiac MRI), general cardiology and advanced heart failureAs partners with Mission Health System, the practice supports the 19 western counties of North Carolina with tertiary careOur program is the sole provider of life saving LVAD therapy for our region (19 counties and more than 1 million people). We have implanted more than 65 LVAD?s since 2015 and 35 since July 2019, with excellent survival outcomesWhether you enjoy outdoor adventures, arts and culture, live music, shopping or fine cuisine, Asheville offers something for everyone! With over 200 waterfalls and four navigable rivers, hiking trails for all skill levels, fantastic terrain for both road and mountain bikes, it is no surprise that Asheville is consistently rated one of the top US places to live. Asheville is known not only for its dynamic food scene and microbreweries but also for ethnic and exotic dining at the area?s 250-plus independent restaurants. Asheville offers over 20 city and county public schools, a variety of faith-based schools with challenging curriculums as well as a number of private schools, including some of the best boarding schools in the US. Residents also enjoy easy access to air travel nearby in Asheville, Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC.