Advanced Practice Professional for Cardiology, Dysautonomia - The University of Toledo Physicians

University of Toledo Physicians' mission is to improve the human condition through excellence in patient care and medical discovery. Representing more than 200 physicians, UT Physicians are leaders in clinical care, research and education of the future physicians, providing care in a wide range of medical specialties from the most complex diagnoses and treatments to primary care for the entire family. The primary site of inpatient care services is at the University of Toledo Medical Center, but many of our physicians’ practice at hospitals and medical offices throughout the region.

University of Toledo Physicians offers competitive pay and benefits including: 403B, Pension, health and tuition waiver at UT.

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our multidisciplinary Dysautonomia Program. This provider will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with autonomic nervous system disorders such as Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), neurocardiogenic syncope, and orthostatic hypotension. The role requires strong clinical judgment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a patient-centered approach to managing complex, chronic conditions.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities:

• Conduct detailed patient histories and physical exams with a focus on autonomic dysfunction.
• Order, interpret, and integrate diagnostic testing including tilt table tests, ECGs, autonomic function testing, QSART, echocardiograms, and labs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, lifestyle modifications, and long-term expectations.
• Collaborate with cardiology, neurology, electrophysiology, physical therapy, behavioral health, and other specialties for coordinated care.
• Participate in autonomic testing clinics; assist with interpretation and documentation within scope of practice.
• Document all patient interactions and treatment plans in the EPIC electronic health record system.
• Support clinical research, data collection, and quality improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and serve as a resource for staff education.
• May assist in onboarding and precepting APP students or new providers.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Licensure:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Current licensure as an NP or PA in the State of Ohio (or eligible to obtain).
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
• BLS and ACLS certification.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in dysautonomia is required.
• Prior experience with autonomic disorders, syncope management, or complex chronic care preferred.
• Experience with EPIC or similar electronic medical record systems.

Clinical Knowledge & Skills:

• Understanding of autonomic nervous system disorders (e.g., POTS, neurocardiogenic syncope, orthostatic hypotension).
• Familiarity with related comorbidities such as EDS, ME/CFS, MCAS, and deconditioning.
• Competence in interpreting cardiovascular and autonomic diagnostic studies.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care and manage patients with chronic, fluctuating symptoms.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics. 

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