Physician-Cardiologist (Heart Failure)

National Medical Association; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Cardiologist to join their team in Pittsburgh. This role offers the opportunity to manage advanced heart failure patients while participating in quality care, teaching, and research. The ideal candidate will have formal fellowship training in heart failure and experience with novel treatment modalities. This position not only focuses on patient care but also emphasizes education and collaboration with medical trainees. Join a dedicated team committed to improving the health of veterans and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off and retirement plans.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Performance Bonus

Paid Time Off (50-55 days)

Federal Health/Vision/Dental Insurance

Malpractice Liability Protection

CME Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctor of Medicine degree and a current unrestricted medical license.
• Experience in managing advanced heart failure and cardiology training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inpatient and outpatient care for cardiovascular diseases.
• Supervise and teach medical trainees and provide consultations.

Skills

Cardiology

Patient Management

Clinical Training

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Residency in Cardiology

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Echocardiography Equipment

Holter Monitor

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Proficiency