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UW Health

Academic medical center; cancer, pediatrics, transplants.

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Outpatient Cardiology

Full-Time
$112k - $156.8k/yr+ Relocation assistance
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Madison, WI, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers

About the job

Requirements
  • If applying as a Nurse Practitioner, a Master's or Doctorate's degree from an accredited Nursing Program is required.
  • If applying as a Physician Assistant, a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited PA Program is required.
  • State of Wisconsin Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure is required.
  • Nurse Practitioner applicants must hold active RN and APRN certifications and licenses, including prescriptive authority, in the state or states of practice, and active board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the area of clinical practice; acceptable areas may include Family or Adult/Gero Primary Care.
  • Physician Assistant applicants must hold an active PA license, including prescriptive authority, in the state or states of practice, and active PA board certification.
  • All Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant applicants must have an active DEA license or be able to apply for one before or upon hire.
  • All applicants must have an active license or be eligible to obtain active licensure in the state of practice, which may include Wisconsin and other states of practice.
Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive care to well and ill adult patients in an outpatient setting.
  • Conduct clinic visits for new and returning cardiovascular patients.
  • Communicate promptly with patients and staff to manage patient healthcare needs.
  • Focus on preventive cardiology medicine.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master's degree or higher is preferred.

About the company

UW Health provides patient care, teaching, and research through a 471-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It combines inpatient treatment and outpatient clinics with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based care and advanced medical technologies. It differentiates itself as an academic medical center connected to UW–Madison, enabling access to clinical trials and comprehensive transplant services. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and advance health through high-quality care, education, and research for the community and beyond.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

null

Founded

1998

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What makes UW Health unique

  • UW Health launched WorkForward on May 14, 2026, scaling apprenticeship pipelines nationally.
  • UW Health signed the Green Bay Packers partnership on April 16, 2026, boosting brand reach.
  • UW Health's transplant center performed 520-plus organ transplants in 2025, leading Wisconsin.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Family Planning Benefits
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Wellness Program
  • Childcare Support
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Fox Business
Sep 29th, 2026
UW Health tests AI tool to guide breathing tube placement in newborns

UW Health doctors in Madison, Wisconsin, are testing artificial intelligence technology to guide breathing tube placement in newborns. According to Dr. Ryan McAdams, the tool operates similarly to a car's backup camera, providing visual assistance during the procedure. The AI system is designed to help medical professionals more accurately position breathing tubes in newborn patients, a critical procedure that requires precision. The technology is currently in the testing phase at the Wisconsin medical facility. The innovation represents the latest application of AI in neonatal care, where accurate placement of medical devices can be particularly challenging due to the small size of infant patients.

WisBusiness
Apr 10th, 2026
UW Health: Acquires University Podiatry Associates

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health has acquired University Podiatry Associates, a podiatry clinic located on the west side of Madison. 

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