<p>A large, highly regarded health system in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area is recruiting a full-time, employed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a high-volume, multidisciplinary Cardiology team. The role spans both outpatient clinic and inpatient rounding, giving the right APP genuine breadth of practice — from managing a dedicated panel of cardiology patients to performing and interpreting advanced cardiac diagnostics. The practice is actively engaged in national research initiatives and advanced cardiac surgical programs, making this an exceptional platform for an APP who wants clinical depth alongside academic exposure. Texas has no state income tax, and the DFW market offers one of the most competitive compensation environments in the country for cardiovascular APPs.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with productivity incentives</li> <li>No Texas state income tax — a meaningful take-home advantage</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>CME allowance plus dedicated CME days</li> <li>Paid time off (PTO)</li> <li>Professional development and growth opportunities within a leading academic and research-oriented health system</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dual-setting role: blend of outpatient cardiology clinic and inpatient hospital rounding within the same employed position</li> <li>Monday through Friday core schedule; weeknight call is phone-only, with one weekend of call per month</li> <li>Manage an independent panel of cardiology patients with a high degree of clinical autonomy</li> <li>Perform and interpret stress tests, echocardiograms, and nuclear stress tests</li> <li>Conduct preoperative cardiac evaluations and manage postoperative care</li> <li>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary cardiac care team on comprehensive, individualized treatment plans</li> <li>High-volume practice embedded in a system involved in advanced cardiac surgical procedures and national research initiatives</li> <li>Access to world-class facilities, technology, and subspecialty resources across one of the largest health systems in the DFW metro</li> <li>Supportive, collegial team environment with a stated commitment to clinical excellence and innovation</li> <li>Vietnamese language proficiency is highly valued given the patient population served</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification required — NP candidates: AANP (FNP-C) or ANCC (FNP-BC, ACNP-BC, or equivalent); PA candidates: NCCPA (PA-C)</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Cardiology clinical experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Proficiency in ordering and interpreting cardiac diagnostics, including stress testing, echocardiography, and nuclear stress testing</li> <li>Comfort practicing independently across both clinic and inpatient hospital environments</li> <li>Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills; Vietnamese language proficiency is a significant differentiator for this panel</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Dallas sits at the center of one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in the United States, offering a low cost of living relative to comparable major markets, no state income tax, and a nationally recognized restaurant, arts, and professional sports scene. The DFW Metroplex provides access to top-rated suburban school districts, diverse neighborhoods, and a major international airport hub — making relocation straightforward and lifestyle options genuinely broad. Mild winters, abundant sunshine, and a thriving healthcare economy make Dallas a compelling long-term destination for cardiovascular APPs at any career stage.</p>