General Cardiologist

South Shore Health System; Maryland; On-site; USD 305,000 - 555,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA seeks a Cardiologist to diagnose, test, and treat disorders of the circulatory system in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The physician will work with patients’ physicians and surgeons to plan and execute cardiovascular care, ensuring high-quality medical standards and patient-centered communication.

Responsibilities include maintaining licensure, pursuing continuing medical education, and contributing to a collaborative care environment at SSMC

Qualifications

• Board certification in cardiology is required or anticipated.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Massachusetts (or eligible for licensure).
• Credentialed by South Shore Health medical staff and adheres to SSH bylaws.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, test, and treat disorders of the circulatory system in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Develop treatment plans and collaborate with physicians and surgeons to manage cardiovascular care.
• Provide supervision and guidance to patients and families regarding diagnoses and prognosis.
• Maintain documentation standards and engage in continuing medical education.

Skills

Cardiology

MD/DO

ACLS certification

Education

MD or DO with residency in Cardiology

Job description

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.Requisition Number:R-23660Facility:LOC0036 - 70 Pleasant Street70 Pleasant StreetWeymouth, MA 02190Department Name:SMC CardiologyStatus:Full timeBudgeted Hours:40Shift:Varied Shifts (United States of America)Responsible for diagnosing, testing and treating disorders of the circulatory or cardiovascular system. Performs tests, diagnoses patients, provides treatment plans and options, and works with patients’ physicians and surgeons to treat cardiovascular issues. Functions in both outpatient and inpatient settings.Compensation Pay Range:$305,000.00 - $555,000.00ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS• Provides supervision to patients undergoing cardiac evaluation as per guidelines and in accordance with licensure, credentialing, and privileging as a member of the medical staff of SSMC• Ensures all services adhere to credentialing and privileging policy of SSMC• Involves the patient and, when appropriate, the patient's family members to explain diagnoses, plan of care, possible outcomes and any other information that should be shared with the patient family• Adheres to documentation standards and policies• Ensures the integrity of clinical care standards• Monitors, evaluates and acts to improve the quality of medical care• Participates in initiatives that encourage the sharing of best practices, incorporates data feedback for objective analysis and promotes collaborative improvements• Maintains awareness of developments in the care and treatment of cardiology patients through continuing medical education• Provides input into patient care rendered by other disciplines outside the department, assuring adherence to acceptable medical care standards• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow colleagues to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment• Maintains certification in the specialty of cardiologyJOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum EducationMedical Doctor Degree; residency programMinimum Work ExperienceMeets requirements of South Shore Health medical staff bylaws.Credentialed by SSH medical staff.License/Certifications:MD or DO with the successful completion of a residency and licensed in MassachusettsCertified by the appropriate Board of their residency/fellowship trainingACLS certification.M-F with rotating night and weekend hospital coverageResponsibilities if Required:Education if Required:License/Registration/Certification Requirements:Physician/Hospitalist - Board of Registration in Medicine (Massachusetts)