Physician - Cardiac Hospitalist

Ascension Healthcare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Cardiac Hospitalist, where you'll evaluate and treat patients in a collaborative environment. This role involves performing advanced cardiac procedures and participating in a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to improving patient care. With a focus on respect and inclusion, you'll have opportunities for professional growth and community impact. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a supportive, faith-based health system.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Board-certified/board-eligible in cardiovascular disease required.
• Preferred certification in echocardiography and proficiency in nuclear stress tests.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic skills.
• Provide off-site call coverage and participate in academic programs.

Skills

Cardiology

Echocardiography

Cardiac Stress Testing

Patient Evaluation

Consultation Skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Tools

Meditech

Job description

**Details**

+ **Specialty: Cardiology**

+ **Subspecialty Interest: Non-Invasive Cardiology**

+ **Schedule: 1 week of inpatient service/1 week off, up to 26 weeks per year (includes weekends)**

+ **Practice Detail: Join a practice of nine board-certified cardiologists and six advanced practice providers**

+ **EMR System: Meditech**

+ **Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital**

+ **Salary: Up to $500,000 per year**

+ **Location: Baltimore, MD**

+ This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) for Primary Care and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type **.**

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Ascension Saint Agnes is looking for a Cardiac Hospitalist to join our team!

Physician shall provide professional services, including procedures specified as transesophageal echocardiograms and cardiac stress testing, consultations, and hospital rounds, to patients at Saint Agnes Hospital. Physician will also be responsible for providing off-site call coverage and will have some teaching responsibilities. Physician must be board-certified/board-eligible in cardiovascular disease. Board certification in echocardiography is preferred and proficiency in reading nuclear stress tests required.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.

+ Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.

+ Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.

+ Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.

+ Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.

+ Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

**Requirements**

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

**Required Credential(s):**

+ Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.

**Preferred Credential(s):**

+ Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA). Verified by local Credentialing Office.

**Education:**

+ Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

**Additional Preferences**

\#HeC

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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**This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.**