Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin Our Compassionate Team as a Cardiologist
Are you a dedicated and empathetic Cardiologist eager to make a significant difference in a close-knit community? We invite you to become a part of our organization, a not-for-profit rural critical access hospital committed to delivering exceptional, patient-focused care. This role provides an outstanding work-life balance, opportunities for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and a chance to concentrate on high-quality outpatient services. You will manage non-invasive cardiology services while working alongside a supportive team to offer exceptional care to adult patients with cardiovascular issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver non-invasive cardiology services, including oversight and interpretation of outpatient tests such as echocardiograms, cardiac monitors, and stress tests.
- Conduct inpatient consultations and collaborate with primary care providers, emergency physicians, hospitalists, and other medical personnel.
- Support and review final reports for stress lab testing, including stress echocardiograms.
- Act as a supporter for the Cardiac Rehab Program by reviewing and signing notes.
- Perform cardioversion and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) as preferred, but optional.
- Work closely with the cardiac device clinic two days a week, assisting in the management of pacemakers and ICDs across five device brands.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive Environment: Engage in a collaborative, team-oriented setting with a dedicated staff.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health insurance, CME allowance, and relocation support.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from an outpatient schedule with no on-call duties, allowing you to explore the natural beauty and tranquility of rural living.
About Our Organization
Located in St. Johnsbury in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, our hospital is a community-focused, not-for-profit acute care facility. We are one of two hospitals in Vermont recognized as Baby Friendly™ by the United Nations. Our organization offers primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour physician-staffed emergency services. Partnering with community organizations, we prioritize efforts to address social determinants of health, aiming to foster well-nourished, well-housed, physically and mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. We serve the health needs of over 30,000 residents in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employ more than 700 dedicated professionals.
About the Community
- Access to a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, and more.
- Excellent educational options, featuring both private and public schools with school choice.
- A wealth of small farms, artisanal bakers, cheesemakers, and breweries.
- A vibrant local arts scene with Catamount Arts, farmer's markets, craft fairs, and community events.
Qualifications
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiology is required.
- Proficient in interpreting cardiac monitors, echocardiograms, and stress tests.
- Experience in managing various cardiovascular conditions for adult patients (18+ years).
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Vermont.
- A passion for rural healthcare and a commitment to serving underserved populations.
Join Our Team!
Become a vital part of our dedicated healthcare team and contribute to the exceptional services we provide to our community. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package that recognizes and rewards your commitment. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Generous paid time off.
- A complimentary gym membership.
- Affordable health, dental, and vision plan options.
- Student loan repayment and tuition assistance, eligible for PSLF.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- And much more!