Job Responsibilities

Provide high-quality non-invasive cardiology services in both inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure continuity of care within the Tenet network.
Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular evaluations, including physical exams, medical history reviews, and risk assessments for heart disease.
Interpret a high volume of non-invasive diagnostic tests, including 12-lead EKGs, Transthoracic Echocardiograms (TTE), and Exercise/Pharmacological Stress Tests.
Oversee and interpret specialized diagnostic studies such as Holter monitors, Event monitors, and Vascular Doppler studies.
Manage a daily inpatient census (typically 20–25 patients), providing cardiology consultations for hospitalized patients and co-managing critically ill patients in the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU).
Perform and interpret Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE) and electrical cardioversions as required by facility-specific clinical privileges.
Evaluate and manage chronic cardiovascular conditions, including Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease, and hypertension.
Provide preoperative cardiac clearances and risk stratification for patients undergoing non-cardiac or major vascular surgeries.
Collaborate closely with Interventional Cardiologists and Cardiothoracic Surgeons to coordinate care for patients requiring invasive procedures or surgical interventions.
Document all patient encounters, diagnostic interpretations, and treatment plans accurately and promptly within the facility’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (e.g., Cerner, Epic, or Athena).
Provide on-call coverage for cardiovascular emergencies, including acute coronary syndromes and life-threatening arrhythmias, during nights and weekends as scheduled.

Qualifications

Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited School of Medicine.
Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency in Internal Medicine and a Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease.
Proven ability to adapt quickly to different hospital systems, EMR platforms, and multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in non-invasive procedural skills (e.g., TEE, Cardioversion) and advanced diagnostic interpretation.
Strong interpersonal skills to provide seamless care transitions for permanent staff and patients.

Certifications and Licensure

Board Certification (or Board Eligibility) in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM).
Active and unrestricted Medical License in the practicing jurisdiction.
Active DEA registration and state-specific controlled substance licensure.
Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.
Clean professional history to facilitate the expedited 60–90 day credentialing process typical for Tenet Healthcare facilities.

Cardiology

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