Physician - Advanced Heart Failure

MultiCare Health System; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 517,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Heart Failure Specialist to join its renowned Pulse Heart Institute. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive cardiac care. The institute is recognized for its advanced therapies and innovative approaches, ensuring a rewarding environment for professional growth. Enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits while living in the scenic Pacific Northwest, where outdoor adventures await. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cardiovascular care.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Top-tier Benefits

Generous Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Research Opportunities

Wellness Support

Pacific Northwest Lifestyle

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Eligible in Advanced Heart Failure required.
• Proficient in ECMO and Mechanical support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for heart failure patients.
• Collaborate with a team of cardiologists and surgeons.

Skills

Advanced Heart Failure

Mechanical Circulatory Support

ECMO

CardioMEMS

Pulmonary Hypertension

Education

Board Certification in Advanced Heart Failure

Current BLS Certification

Tools

HM III

Job description

About Pulse Heart Institute

MultiCare's Pulse Heart Institute is a physician-led organization with multi-specialty partnerships in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular, and Cardiovascular Service Lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs establish a world-class healthcare organization and serve as the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care, including complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure services, and cutting-edge imaging technologies.

We are seeking a skilled Heart Failure Specialist to join our team. Our Heart Failure program is well-established, recognized for providing high-quality, comprehensive care and advanced cardiac therapies to our community and the Pacific Northwest region.

FTE: 1.0 | Shift: Day | Schedule: Variable

Base Salary: $517,801.00 plus performance bonus, production bonus, and call pay

Contact: Carla Voss at [e-mail]

What We Have to Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation bonuses.
• Top-tier Benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).
• Generous Time Off: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.
• Career Growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.
• Research Opportunities: Engage in impactful, industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, collaborating with our dedicated Research Institute team.

• Innovation Lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop healthcare solutions.

• Wellness Support: Access mental health services and wellness coaching.

• Pacific Northwest Lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community.

Position Summary

MultiCare Pulse Heart Institute is seeking a Cardiologist with clinical experience in Advanced Heart Failure and Mechanical Circulatory Support. Our recognized Heart Failure program offers comprehensive care and advanced therapies, including a dedicated inpatient service and office space to manage the full spectrum of heart failure patients. We achieved Joint Commission Certification for Destination Therapy LVAD care in 2018.

As a provider within our physician-governed cardiovascular institute, you'll work with talented teammates committed to quality patient care. Our administrative team partners with providers to deliver high-value healthcare across the community and Pacific Northwest. You will join a highly regarded, collegial team of general cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, and cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons working collaboratively to provide excellent patient care.

Requirements

• Board Certified/Eligible in Advanced Heart Failure
• Proficient in ECMO, HM III, short-term Mechanical support strategies, cardioMEMS, and pulmonary hypertension
• Licensed in Washington State by the time of employment
• DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Why Choose Pulse?

• Belonging: We foster a true sense of belonging for all caregivers.
• Mission-driven: Our goal is to give people their best life, simplifying complex cardiovascular care for patients.
• Award-winning: Recognized with the Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for several years, including 2024.
• Employee-centric: Ranked among "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes.
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the scenic Pacific Northwest, surrounded by water, mountains, and forests.

Pay and Benefits

Additional benefit details can be found here.