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The Emory Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Cardiac Critical Care post graduate Fellowship is a one year training program that teaches Fellows to become highly skilled in the multidisciplinary, collaborative and evidence-based management of complex patients in the cardiac intensive care unit. This program attracts new graduates and established APPs seeking a structured educational program who want to become experts and leaders in their field.

Our program combines a highly detailed competency-based curriculum with hands on learning in the clinical setting.  Rotations incorporate cardiac care units, medical, cardiovascular surgical, general surgical, and neurological ICUs as well as brief exposures with electrophysiology, echocardiography, heart failure, nephrology, and infectious diseases services.

Upon successful completion of the program, the Fellow will be eligible for employment within Emory Healthcare and become a practice leader within the institution.

Application deadline is March 27, 2026:

• Submit completed application on the Emory Healthcare careers site  by 03/27/2026.
• Please upload ALL required documents to your candidate profile by application deadline.

Application Requirements:

• Eligible to graduate from an accredited ACNP/AGACNP or PA program.
• Submission of a completed application by 3/27/2026.
• Completed application includes submission of the following supporting documentation: 
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent: One-page, 12-point font, double-spaced statement describing career goals and reasons for pursing the fellowship. Include future career plans and how they might be enhanced by additional training in the fellowship. The statement of intent is NOT a cover letter and is an important document, which is included in the consideration of your application
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation:  One must be from your school’s Program Director (New Graduates) or Supervising Physician (Currently Employed)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications issued by the American Heart Association.  

Submission of resume and attachments must be completed by March 27/2026 to be considered.  Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

If selected to move forward, candidates will be contacted via phone by Program Coordinators to schedule phone interviews.

Please visit the Emory Cardiac Critical Care Fellowship website for additional information regarding the program:  https://med.emory.edu/departments/medicine/divisions/cardiology/education/app-fellowship-ccc.html

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Emory Heart & Vascular Center Division of Cardiology NP/PA Cardiac Critical Care Fellowship Program is a one-year program that prepares fellows to become highly skilled in the multidisciplinary, collaborative and evidence-based management of complex patients in the cardiac intensive care unit.
• This postgraduate Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner program in Cardiac Critical Care consists of combines a highly detailed competency-based curriculum with hands on learning in the clinical setting.one year of training across the spectrum of our specialty.
• The year is structured to meet the clinical, didactic, and research goals that will prepare the advanced practice provider for a successful career in the field of cardiology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an accredited PA or NP master's program prior to the start of the Fellowship program.
• NP candidates must be Acute Care certified (ACNP or AGACNP) or pursuing an Acute Care certification.
• National board certification as a PA or NP.
• Eligible for licensure as a PA or NP in Georgia.
• Eligible for DEA license.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications issued by the American Heart Association.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.