Cardiology Section Chief: Lead Clinical Excellence

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Chief of the Section of Cardiology to oversee clinical care and lead a group of cardiologists. Responsibilities include promoting clinical excellence, optimizing clinic operations, and providing patient care in the Cardiology service.

The ideal candidate will have an M.D., be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Cardiology, and possess excellent communication skills. The role welcomes J1 and H1B visa holders.

Qualifications

• Experience in Cardiology with competency in managing acute and chronic cardiac patients.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with healthcare teams and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of cardiologists and oversee clinical care on the Cardiology service.
• Review and submit annual financial reports and optimize clinic operations.
• Provide consultative care to other university physicians for cardiac patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Cardiac care management

Clinical leadership

Interpreting EKGs and echocardiograms

Education

M.D. eligible for medical licensure in Louisiana

Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Cardiology

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Chief of the Section of Cardiology to oversee clinical care and lead a group of cardiologists. Responsibilities include promoting clinical excellence, optimizing clinic operations, and providing patient care in the Cardiology service.

The ideal candidate will have an M.D., be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Cardiology, and possess excellent communication skills. The role welcomes J1 and H1B visa holders.