Job Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

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Wellstar Health System is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join the Cardiovascular Aortic Program (CAP) Clinic in Marietta, Georgia.

This primarily outpatient role offers the opportunity to care for patients with complex aortic disease as part of a nationally recognized cardiovascular team dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

This position is ideal for an experienced APP who enjoys practicing with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating closely with cardiovascular surgeons, cardiologists, imaging specialists, and multidisciplinary team members.

Position Highlights

• Four-day work week
• Primarily outpatient clinic position
• Flexible schedule based on business and patient care needs
• Manage up to approximately 18 patients per clinic day
• Opportunity to independently manage clinic two days per week
• Collaborative practice with cardiovascular surgeons and multidisciplinary specialists
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with thoracic and abdominal aortic disease in the outpatient setting.
• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment and surveillance plans.
• Review and interpret diagnostic testing, including cardiovascular imaging and laboratory studies.
• Coordinate care with cardiovascular surgeons, cardiologists, primary care providers, and referring physicians.
• Provide patient and family education regarding disease processes, treatment options, and long-term follow-up.
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support program growth.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Georgia licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• National certification as a PA or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
• Minimum of two years of cardiology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.

Preferred

• Experience in cardiovascular surgery, structural heart, vascular surgery, or aortic disease management.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when collaboration or escalation is needed.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

The successful candidate is a confident, motivated clinician who thrives in an autonomous outpatient practice. This role requires excellent critical thinking, strong organizational abilities, and the confidence to independently manage patients, as solo clinic coverage may occur up to two days each week. The ideal APP enjoys building long-term relationships with patients while working collaboratively within a highly specialized cardiovascular program.

About Wellstar Cardiovascular Services

Wellstar's Cardiovascular Service Line is one of Georgia's leading providers of comprehensive heart and vascular care. Our multidisciplinary teams offer advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive and complex surgical interventions, structural heart therapies, vascular care, and specialized programs for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to evidence-based medicine, Wellstar delivers high-quality care across the continuum while maintaining a strong focus on exceptional patient outcomes and experience.

About Marietta, Georgia

Located just northwest of Atlanta, Marietta offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and metropolitan convenience. The community is known for its vibrant downtown square, outstanding restaurants, parks, cultural attractions, and highly rated schools. Residents enjoy easy access to professional sports, arts and entertainment, hiking trails, and the North Georgia mountains, while benefiting from a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas. Marietta provides an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike, making it an outstanding place to build both a career and a home.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.