Cardiology Physician Assistant

Cardiology Physician Assistant - Minneapolis, MN | 01/11/2027 Start

Join a leading facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota, providing critical adult cardiology care in an inpatient setting. Enjoy a competitive hourly pay rate, a supportive team environment, and flexible scheduling options including weekend coverage. This ongoing assignment offers excellent professional support, timely credentialing, and opportunities for continued locums engagement after the initial LOA.

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Quick Facts:

• Location: Minneapolis, MN (800 East 28th Street)
• Start Date: 01/11/2027
• End Date: 04/12/2027 (with ongoing potential)
• Shift: 10-hour days (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM), weekdays, plus weekends (rotating)
• Hours/Week: 40+ hours
• Employment Type: Contract (Ongoing coverage)
• Licensing/Certifications: Board-certified APRN or NCCPA, Willing to License in Minnesota, DEA required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in cardiology or critical care
• Special Procedures: Support rounding on general cardiology and critical care (if experienced)
• Preferred Skills: Critical Care experience, adult inpatient care

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Pay & Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $122.27/hour
• Benefits include:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly direct deposit pay schedule
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other applicable reimbursements
  • 24/7 dedicated support team throughout your assignment
  • Paid sick time per legal requirements

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What You’ll Do:

• Provide inpatient cardiology care for adult patients in a hospital setting.
• Support general cardiology rounding and patient management.
• Cover weekends and weekdays per schedule, working 10-hour shifts.
• Collaborate closely with hospital staff, support physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Complete charts timely using Epic EMR by end of each day.
• Take part in onsite patient care including rounding and critical care tasks if experienced.
• Maintain compliance with licensing, certifications, and institutional protocols.
• Assist with general cardiology and supportive procedures as needed.

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What You Need:

• Current board certification as APRN or NCCPA-certified Physician Assistant.
• Active or eligible for Minnesota licensing.
• Minimum of 2 years cardiology or critical care experience.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts, including weekends.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and patient care skills.
• Experience with Epic EMR system is preferred.

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About the Assignment:
This position supports the adult inpatient cardiology unit at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, part of Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute. The role involves rounding on general cardiology patients, supporting critical care activities if experienced, and working within a dynamic, patient-centered environment. The schedule includes weekday days and rotated weekends, offering flexibility for clinicians seeking weekend-only or full-time engagements. Expect comprehensive support from a dedicated team, timely credentialing, and opportunities for ongoing locums work beyond initial LOAs.

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