Key Skills for Cardiology PAs
What employers look for when hiring Cardiology physician assistants.
EKG interpretationEchocardiography basicsCardiac cath lab assistHeart failure managementPacemaker follow-upPre & post-cardiac procedure care
Typical Employers Hiring Cardiology PAs
The range of healthcare organizations that recruit Cardiology physician assistants.
Academic Heart Centers
Community Cardiology Practices
Invasive Cardiology Labs
Electrophysiology Programs
Heart Failure Clinics
Cardiothoracic Surgery Groups
Why Choose Cardiology?
Cardiology is a high-impact PA specialty with a clear subspecialty career pathway. Invasive cardiology and CT surgery PAs command premium compensation while non-invasive and clinic-based positions offer better work-life balance.
Cardiology PA Job FAQ
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What cardiology subspecialties hire PAs?PAs are employed across all cardiology subspecialties: non-invasive imaging, invasive/interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure/transplant, preventive cardiology, and cardiothoracic surgery.
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What is the average cardiology PA salary?Cardiology PA salaries range from $125,000 to $165,000. Invasive cardiology and CT surgery PAs with call responsibilities often earn at the high end. Non-invasive clinic positions typically fall in the lower range.
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Do cardiology PAs need special certifications?ACLS is required for most cardiology positions. Invasive cardiology labs often require additional training in cardiac catheterization assistance. Fellowship-trained cardiology PAs (ABPA certified) have a competitive advantage.
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