Cardiology Physician

Summit Recruiting Group; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Altoona, PA, is seeking a passionate non-invasive cardiologist to join a dynamic team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, and a sign-on bonus. Enjoy a well-balanced work schedule with a mix of inpatient and outpatient care, all while living in a community that boasts a reasonable cost of living and rich cultural amenities. With easy access to major cities, outdoor activities, and a supportive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

$4,000 CME allowance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Board certification in cardiology required.
• Experience in interventional cardiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiology care in an established clinic.
• Balance inpatient and outpatient responsibilities effectively.

Skills

Cardiology

Patient Care

Interventional Procedures

Electrophysiology

Education

MD/DO in Cardiology

Job description

Non-Invasive Cardiology Opening - Altoona, PA

Located 98 miles from Pittsburgh

Position Details

1. Full-time, permanent position
2. Join a cardiology practice with 2 interventionalists, 1 non-invasive cardiologist, 2 electrophysiologists, and 1 heart failure specialist
3. Established clinic with a solid patient base
4. Staffed with 4 PAs and 2 nurse practitioners
5. Clinic located 1.5 miles from the hospital
6. Additional clinic hours scheduled at a neighboring hospital
7. Comprehensive pacemaker clinic available
8. Good balance between inpatient and outpatient work
9. Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
10. Call schedule: 1:5
11. Cath lab served over 3,000 patients, with TAVR and Watchman procedures added in 2019

Compensation and Benefits

1. Relocation assistance
2. Sign-on bonus
3. $4,000 CME allowance
4. Competitive base salary based on experience
5. Outstanding benefits including health, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance
6. Retirement plan with employer match

About the Group

A 400-bed regional tertiary hospital serving west central Pennsylvania. Accredited level II trauma, stroke, and chest pain center, and a regional oncology center. Additional services include cardiology/cardiovascular surgery, behavioral health, bariatrics, maternity, robotic surgery, and wound care. The hospital is a 4-star CMS hospital with a Leapfrog A grade in patient safety. The medical staff comprises approximately 400 physicians, including hospitalists, intensivists, and interventional radiologists. Part of a $23 billion, world-renowned healthcare provider and insurer with over 92,000 employees, 4,900 physicians, and more than 40 hospitals and outpatient sites.

About the Community

Choose to live in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg area or State College, home to Penn State University. Both communities offer safe, enriching environments with a good work/life balance. Located in central Pennsylvania, they feature a reasonable cost of living, excellent schools, and abundant cultural amenities such as theaters, symphony, minor league baseball, festivals, Big Ten sports, and touring artists. Conveniently located with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, D.C., and New York City, within 40 minutes to 4.5 hours. Enjoy outdoor activities like skiing, fishing, biking, golf, tennis, and pickleball, all within a short drive. Everything you need is within 15 minutes, with no rush hour traffic or parking fees.