Advanced Practice Supervisor at Heart & Vascular Partners

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

24 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Patient Care, Cardiology, Vascular Care, Staff Scheduling, Performance Management, KPI Reporting, Clinical Governance, Patient Assessment, Diagnosis, Chart Review, Regulatory Compliance, Mentoring, Physician Collaboration, Quality Improvement, Resource Coordination

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

ABOUT US Colorado Springs Cardiology is dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac and vascular care with a personal touch. We are seeking a Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to serve as a Cardiology Extender alongside our physicians and provide clinical and operational leadership across the APP team. POSITION SUMMARY The Lead APP is a working clinical leader who delivers direct patient care while providing governance, oversight, and coordination for the APP team. This role ensures the team consistently delivers high-quality, patient-centered care through APP scheduling, performance feedback, physician collaboration on quality, KPI reporting, and driving overall team effectiveness. The Lead APP bridges clinical staff and practice leadership, aligning quality standards, operational expectations, and professional conduct—with patient care quality as the primary measure of success. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CLINICAL CARE DELIVERY * Provide direct cardiac and vascular patient care as a Cardiology Extender under physician supervision and collaboration * Model clinical excellence and exercise independent judgment in patient assessment, diagnosis, and management per established protocols * Maintain productivity benchmarks and ensure timely, thorough, compliant documentation APP GOVERNANCE & OVERSIGHT * Serve as the designated clinical lead for all APPs, setting clear expectations for performance, conduct, and clinical standards * Ensure the APP team delivers consistent, high-quality care aligned with practice standards, evidence-based guidelines, and patient safety expectations * Identify clinical practice variations and partner with physicians and leadership to standardize care delivery * Serve as primary point of contact for APP operational matters; ensure compliance with credentialing, licensing, and regulatory requirements SCHEDULING & RESOURCE COORDINATION * Develop and manage APP schedules to optimize patient access, coverage, and utilization * Coordinate adjustments for absences and volume changes; partner with leadership on staffing and coverage planning PERFORMANCE FEEDBACK & DEVELOPMENT * Deliver structured, ongoing feedback on clinical quality, documentation, patient care outcomes, productivity, professional conduct and citizenship, and workflow adherence * Support the formal APP evaluation process including chart review and performance discussions * Identify performance gaps and recommend development plans in partnership with practice leadership and HR * Champion a culture where high-quality patient care is the non-negotiable standard; mentor and onboard new APPs QUALITY REVIEW & PHYSICIAN PARTNERSHIP * Partner with physicians on quality review, clinical oversight, chart review, peer review, and clinical standardization * Monitor APP clinical outcomes and care trends to ensure quality benchmarks are met or exceeded * Escalate quality concerns promptly; promote accountability, evidence-based care, and continuous improvement PRACTICE PERFORMANCE & KPI MANAGEMENT * Track and communicate APP-related KPIs including visit volume, patient access, care quality measures, documentation quality, and workflow efficiency * Assist in the interviewing, onboarding, and training of newly hired APPs to ensure alignment with practice standards, clinical expectations, and team culture. * Present performance data regularly to leadership and the APP team; translate insights into actionable steps that elevate patient care quality TEAM MEETINGS & COMMUNICATION * Conduct regular APP team meetings to review performance, share updates, and align priorities * Ensure clear communication between APPs, physicians, and leadership; foster a collaborative, engaged team environment REGULATORY & CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS * PA-C certification (NCCPA), required at hire and maintained throughout employment * Unrestricted DEA registration with prescriptive authority for all commonly prescribed medications * Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid provider status with no HHS/OIG or GSA exclusions * Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate practice privileges and prescriptive authority per privileging process MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies * Unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State * Acute Care Certification * BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * 3+ years of clinical experience in cardiology or vascular care * Prior experience in a lead, supervisory, or preceptor role in a clinical setting * Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, deliver feedback, and drive team performance * Familiarity with clinical quality metrics and performance reporting WORK ENVIRONMENT This is a clinical leadership position requiring regular on-site presence. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. (Hospital Coverage?) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SALARY AND BENEFITS Full-time, exempt position. Competitive compensation and benefits package to include 401(k); a full suite of medical, dental, and ancillary benefits; paid time off; and much more. DISCLAIMER The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Lead Advanced Practice Provider but do not represent a complete list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

The Lead APP provides direct cardiac and vascular patient care while overseeing the clinical and operational governance of the APP team. Responsibilities include managing schedules, tracking KPIs, and partnering with physicians to ensure high-quality, standardized patient care.