Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program – APP

Phoenix Children's Division of Cardiology is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either a Physician Assistant or Adult Nurse Practitioner, to join the high-volume Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) program. The role involves managing outpatient ACHD patients, participating in inpatient rounds, coordinating care for procedures and post-operative patients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team across multiple facilities. The position offers an opportunity to work within a nationally recognized program dedicated to providing comprehensive ACHD care in a leading pediatric healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage ACHD patients in the outpatient care setting.
• Participate in daily inpatient rounds and contribute to care coordination for acutely hospitalized ACHD patients.
• Coordinate care for patients undergoing cardiac and non-cardiac procedures.
• Manage post-operative care following cardiac surgery.
• Triage and respond to acute patient concerns and incoming clinical calls.
• Participate in rotating call and weekend coverage as part of the ACHD care team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Phoenix Children’s and Dignity Health.
• Educate and collaborate with clinical team members to promote best practices in ACHD care.

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• W-2 tax status.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule days.
• Participate in rotating call and weekend coverage as part of the ACHD care team.
• Call schedule varies and includes responding to acute patient concerns.

Requirements

• Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Adult Nurse Practitioner (NP).
• Current certification in respective area of training.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• 3-5 years of experience in adult cardiology or ACHD strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage outpatient ACHD patients.
• Experience with inpatient care, post-operative management, and care coordination.
• Willingness to participate in rotating call and weekend coverage.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, research, and quality improvement initiatives.