Job Summary
The Division of Cardiology is
seeking a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our Cardiac Electrophysiology team.
The position is outpatient-based and may
involve virtual, outreach, and/or community clinic participation. In this position, the individual will be involved with an
interdisciplinary team of physicians, fellows, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other staff to coordinate the care of
patients with cardiac arrhythmias, pacemakers, and defibrillators.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health
exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission requires a
culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Assesses the
physical condition of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories. - Formulates a medical plan based
on the patient’s condition. - Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
- Orders,
interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs. - Performs
selected procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within the scope of practice. - Initiates and/or recommends medical
drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved policy. - Complies with
medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and
legal documents. - Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Educates patients regarding medical conditions and
promotes health maintenance. - Evaluates, plans, implements, and re-evaluates the care of individuals requiring emergency
measures.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Problem Solving
- Ability to perform the essential
functions of the job as outlined above. - Demonstrated clinical competence and in-depth knowledge of the specialty area.
- Demonstrated leadership, teaching, research, and communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population
served.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of
Utah.
Preferred
Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.
Utah State
prescriptive privileges.
Licensure is obtained by completing a Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalency (the only equivalency to the
Master’s degree is current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner) and a National Certification which requires the successful completion of a
nationally accredited examination.
UHPPM 1-56 requires that newly hired non-physician providers apply for credentialing and privileging
at the time of hire.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers
and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited
exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must
demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position
description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Special
Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN45098B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: To
be determined
Department: 00226 – Cardiology
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 113,597-136,597 DOE
Close
Date: 8/18/2026
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/202388
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