Montana Cardiologist Interventional/Structural
Montana Health System Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking an Interventional Cardiologist to join their team with the opportunity to participate in their TAVR program. They are a level II trauma center and regional referral center offering direct, in-house referrals, dedicated clinic staff, experienced ICU/PCVU medical staff, and an employed medical group of over 350 physicians and APPs.
Position Description
- Opportunity to participate in a structural heart program established in 2022.
- State-of-the-art hybrid cardiac catheterization lab within the cath lab, including full echo and nuclear labs.
- First cath lab in the nation to feature a ceiling-mounted Artis Icono!
- Hospital-employed position joining an established practice serving a population of 275,000.
- Clinic hours are Monday to Friday, with on-call duties including rotating weeknight and weekend coverage, approximately 1:4.
- Outreach clinics are available 1-2 days per month to serve the surrounding community.
- Potential for medical directorship depending on experience.
Heart & Vascular Institute Physician and APP Team
- 2 Cardiovascular Surgeons
- 3 Cardiothoracic PAs
- 4 Interventional Cardiologists (2 departing)
- 1 Non-Invasive Cardiologist (2 positions open)
- 1 Independent EP Interventional Cardiologist
- 2 Nurse Practitioners
Why they stand out
- Financially stable, stand-alone, not-for-profit health system.
- Regional tertiary center with comprehensive specialty support including neurosurgery, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, rheumatology, advanced gastroenterology, and cardiothoracic services.
- Patient-focused approach providing high-quality community and regional medical care.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary structures with guaranteed base pay and incentive bonuses.
- 8 weeks of paid time off (6 PTO days, 2 CME days).
- Generous sign-on and relocation bonuses.
- Annual CME allowance of $5,000 plus $1,000 for licenses and dues.
- Retirement plan with 5-7% match and 457b program.
- Physician wellness programs supporting personal and professional growth.
- Monthly meetings with senior physician and administrative leaders to foster communication and address concerns.
Community Information
- This area serves as Montana's hub for art and adventure, with a city population of 60,000 and a regional draw of over 275,000 in north-central Montana.
- Enjoy four distinct seasons, mild winters, and over 300 days of sunshine annually.
- A safe, family-friendly environment with top-ranked public schools, two accredited colleges, and the upcoming TouroCOM Montana medical school opening Summer 2023.
- The Missouri River, a renowned fly-fishing destination, runs through the community, which offers over 60 miles of paved trails and a variety of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, horseback riding, water and snow skiing, climbing, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, off-road motorsports, and hunting, providing an exceptional quality of life in the Rocky Mountain West.