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Analytical Chemist

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$98K - $163K/yr

We are currently searching for an Analytical Chemist to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). This is a ...

We are currently searching foranAnalytical Chemisttoprovidesupport services to satisfy the overall operationalobjectivesof the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute(NHLBI).This is a full-time, on ...

Formulate cardiac care plan using established guidelines from ACC/AHA/NHLBI/HFS, and under the direction of a cardiologist * Initiate hospital admission orders after consulting with on-call ...

Formulate cardiac care plan using established guidelines from ACC/AHA/NHLBI/HFS, and under the direction of a cardiologist * Initiate hospital admission orders after consulting with on-call ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for nhlbi in the United States is $241,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $200,000.00 and $300,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an NHLBI (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute) researcher, and why are they important?

To excel as an NHLBI researcher, you need a strong background in biomedical sciences, research methodology, and advanced degrees such as a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, statistical analysis software, and compliance with NIH research protocols is typically required. Critical thinking, collaboration, and effective scientific communication are vital soft skills for success in multidisciplinary research environments. These abilities are crucial for driving impactful discoveries, securing funding, and advancing public health initiatives.

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Professionals at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) often work on multidisciplinary research projects aimed at advancing understanding and treatment of heart, lung, and blood diseases. Daily responsibilities may include collaborating with scientists, clinicians, and support staff to design and execute studies, analyze data, and communicate findings. Teamwork is integral, as projects often require input from various specialties such as epidemiology, clinical research, and data science. Open communication and regular meetings are common to ensure progress and alignment with NHLBI’s mission. This collaborative environment provides valuable opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

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NHLBI stands for the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. It is a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States and is responsible for supporting and conducting research, training, and education on diseases and conditions related to the heart, lungs, blood, and sleep. NHLBI's mission is to advance the prevention and treatment of these diseases and improve public health. The institute funds scientific studies, provides educational resources, and develops clinical guidelines to inform healthcare professionals and the public.
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Physician Assistant - Cardiology Wenatchee

Physician Assistant - Cardiology Wenatchee

Confluence Health

Wenatchee, WA • On-site

$81.73/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Confluence Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

132nd of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Salary Range
$67.31 - $81.73
Overview
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
  • Paid Time Off
  • Generous Retirement Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Gym Membership Discount
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Shift Differential

For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here!
Summary
Provides appropriate specialized health care services to hospital and clinic patients. Performs examinations and provides treatment to routine clinical problems; performs or orders diagnostic testing; establishes diagnosis; prescribes medication; instructs patients and family members about continuing care.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager.
Essential Functions
  1. Outpatient Practice Duties
    • Staff outpatient office clinic in Wenatchee
    • Staff outpatient office clinic in satellite locations (either Moses Lake or Omak)
      • 1-4 days per month
    • Provide comprehensive history and physical examinations on new cardiology patients
    • Provide comprehensive history and physical examinations for pre-operative clearance of non-cardiac surgery
    • Provide comprehensive history and physical examinations prior to cardiac procedures, in conjunction with cardiologist performing procedure
    • Provide post-operative evaluation (i.e after cardiac operations/procedures)
    • Order and/or perform pertinent diagnostic tests-ECG, echocardiogram, nuclear stress test, exercise stress test, chest x-ray, etc
    • Evaluate cardiac patient's medical history, physical exam findings and diagnostic/laboratory data
    • Formulate cardiac care plan using established guidelines from ACC/AHA/NHLBI/HFS, and under the direction of a cardiologist
    • Initiate hospital admission orders after consulting with on-call cardiologist, including admission history and physical, on cardiac patients that require admission
    • Provide education and counseling to cardiac patients, patients families, and community groups on prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease
    • Provide care in Areas of special interest may be assigned (ie HF, Lipid management, EP clinic)
    • Act as preceptor for physician assistant/nurse practitioner students
    • Actively recruit patients for cardiology-oriented research studies
    • Educate and communicate with patients and families regarding cardiac procedures, including cardiac catheterization, PCI, CABG, Pacemaker/ICD implantation, cardioversion, stress testing, echocardiography, etc
    • Educate Cardiac Rehab participants on cardiovascular disease and prevention
    • Participate in Community Wellness events, as schedule allows, with focus on cardiovascular disease Place referrals to other healthcare professional/specialties as needed
    • Participate in telemedicine clinic to outreach/satellite locations as needed and when travel is not possible
  2. Inpatient Practice Duties
    • Staff hospital services as assigned, 4-10-hour shift rotation, including weekends
    • Complete comprehensive health history and physical examination of patients with acute or chronic cardiac conditions
    • Order and/or perform pertinent diagnostic studies, including ECG, echocardiograms, treadmill stress tests, nuclear stress tests (pharmacologic and exercise), stress echocardiograms (pharmacologic and exercise), chest x-rays, etc
    • Perform cardiac patient's medical history, physical exam findings, and evaluate diagnostic/ laboratory data
    • Assist the on-call cardiologist with daily rounds, new consults, NSTEMI/STEMI triage in the ED
    • Generate daily progress notes to be used as shared-visits with on-call cardiologist
    • Notify on-call cardiologist of any change in patient condition
    • Evaluate and formulate treatment plan for new consults, in conjunction with on-call cardiologist
    • Generate discharge summaries, discharge orders, plus complete patient education and follow-up plans for NSTEMI/STEMI patients
    • Admit and perform History and Physical on Antiarrhythmic therapy patients
    • Monitor QTc interval on Antiarrhythmic patients, as directed by supervising physician
    • Perform medication reconciliation between hospital discharge and home medications, writing new prescriptions as appropriate
    • Complete daily patient education on cardiac conditions, treatment options, medications, and prognosis
    • Assist on-call cardiologist with triage of patients consults and needs
    • Communicate effectively with on-call cardiologist, hospital service, nursing staff, and other support staff
    • Order cardiovascular procedures (cardiac catheterizations, pacemaker implantations, etc.) as directed by attending cardiologist
    • Take weekend calls from nursing staff and from outpatient clinic cardiology line from Friday 1700 through Monday 0700
    • Assist in ACLS/BLS codes, as directed by supervising physician(s)
    • Perform device interrogations, reprogramming and deactivation of ICDs in the setting of end-of-life care, per physician recommendations
    • Perform Pacemaker interrogations and interpretation of rhythm data, as directed by supervising physician(s)
    • Assist in suturing pacemaker pockets and implanting loop recorders, as directed by supervising physician(s)
  3. Stress Testing Practice Duties
    • Possess knowledge/competency of appropriate indications/contraindications for exercise and pharmacologic stress testing, plus review stress test orders, to assess for appropriate use criteria by non-cardiology providers
    • Possess knowledge/competency to promptly recognize and treat complications of exercise and pharmacologic stress testing
    • Possess knowledge/competency of appropriate contraindications, risk assessment of testing
    • Possess knowledge/competency of BLS/ACLS on an annual basis
    • Possess knowledge/competency of Cardiovascular and Exercise Physiology
    • Possess knowledge/competency of Exercise and Pharmacologic Stress testing Protocols
    • Possess knowledge/competency of Cardiac Arrhythmias, at rest and during exercise
  4. Other duties as assigned

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Active Physician Assistant licensure with prescriptive authority in the state of Washington, required by start date.
  • CPR/ACLS Certification.

Desired:
  • Related experience.
  • Cardiology Specialty Certification.

Physical/Sensory Demands
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
  • Walking - F
  • Sitting/Standing - F
  • Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
  • Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
  • Reaching: Below shoulder height - O
  • Climbing - O
  • Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - O
  • Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
  • Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - O
  • Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
  • Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
  • Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
  • Carrying: 25 pounds or less - O
  • Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
  • Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
  • Crawling/Kneeling - O
  • Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
  • Twisting/Turning - O
  • Repetitive Movement - O

Working Conditions:
Work is performed at in patient exam and treatment rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working independently and also working closely with others.
Job Classification:
FLSA: Exempt
Hourly/Salary: Salary
Physical Exposures For This Position:
  • Unprotected Heights - No
  • Heat - No
  • Cold - No
  • Mechanical Hazards - No
  • Hazardous Substances - Yes
  • Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
  • Lighting - No
  • Noise - No
  • Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - No
  • Infectious Diseases - Yes

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Confluence Health is an integrated healthcare delivery system that includes two hospitals, more than 30 medical specialties and primary care, to provide comprehensive medical care throughout North Central Washington. With over 300 physicians and 170 advanced practice providers, Confluence Health is the major medical provider between Seattle and Spokane. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, safe, compassionate, and cost-effective care close to home. Staying on the leading edge of healthcare innovation is important, so we invest in technology—to provide better care for our patients and allow our providers to operate at the highest level. Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Wenatchee, WA, US

Year founded

2013

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