CARDIOLOGIST (Rolla)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, invites a Cardiologist to join our team in Rolla, Missouri.

The physician will participate in a comprehensive cardiology program, providing outpatient and inpatient care, consultations, and collaboration with primary care physicians as needed. Requirements include Doctor of Medicine or equivalent, board certification or eligibility with plan to attain board certification, and an unrestricted US medical license.

Qualifications

• Board-certified cardiologist when eligible, or board-eligible with active plan to obtain board certification.
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted medical license from any US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiology clinical care, including outpatient examinations and inpatient consultations.
• Manage patients with cardiac diseases and participate in tele-cardiology as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care and other specialists to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in quality assurance and chart reviews as part of Medical Staff duties.

Skills

Cardiology

Education

MD/DO

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans?

Key Responsibilities

Discover Rolla A vibrant mix of outdoor adventure, family fun, unique shopping, and great local eats. From splashing around at Splash Zone Waterpark and exploring scenic trails and play areas at Rolla Lions Club Den & Park to browsing treasures at the Rolla Antique Mall, there's always something to enjoy. Rolla's charming downtown brings food, music, markets, and Route 66 energy together, making it easy to savor local dining and weekend entertainment.

Whether you're looking for relaxation, recreation, or a taste of small-town charm, Rolla has something for everyone. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorize Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.

Contact [e-mail], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8-430pm Cardiology Physician Job Duties: The Cardiologist will participate in and/or manage all aspects of a general Cardiology program, to include clinical, administrative, academic, and research components if warranted.

The cardiologist will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with cardiac diseases according to standard, usual, and acceptable methods and techniques. Will provide services such as outpatient examinations, consultation services related to cardiology, management of patients with current treatment regiment, and admission status as necessary.

Participate in providing care in the tele-cardiology program at the facility Providing clinical consultation to Harry S Truman VAMC clinical staff. Patient caseload may be inpatient, outpatient, or both. May work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis when a patient has symptoms that suggest a cardiac issue. Interviews, examines, selects diagnostic testing appropriately, and interprets/collates results to coordinate patient care.

Shares after hour call responsibilities with section physicians in rotation. Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews Complete medical records in accordance with Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $350000 – $400000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-01-08.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.