Physician - General Cardiologist - Martinez, GA

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Wellstar Health System is seeking a full-time Cardiologist to join our dynamic cardiovascular practice at Wellstar's Center for Cardiovascular Care in Martinez, Georgia . This role is embedded in a high-quality, team-oriented environment affiliated with the Medical College of Georgia, delivering comprehensive cardiovascular care across the region. Our practice leverages cutting-edge technology, research opportunities, and a compassionate focus on patient-centred medicine.


The successful candidate will be instrumental in advancing our clinical services, contributing to patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring learners (where applicable), and supporting the growth of our cardiovascular program in the Augusta/CSRA area.

• Provide expert clinical care in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with cardiovascular disease, including but not limited to coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular disease, hypertension, and preventive cardiology.
• Conduct outpatient and inpatient cardiology consultations (as applicable) under the practice model, ensuring high-quality, safe, efficient patient care.
• Participate in the full spectrum of cardiology services at the site: diagnostic evaluation, non-invasive testing interpretation, clinical management, and coordination with interventional/cardiac surgery teams as needed.
• Collaborate closely with other cardiologists, advanced practice providers, imaging/diagnostic teams, nursing staff, and referring physicians to optimize care transitions and patient outcomes.
• Utilize electronic health record tools, support quality metrics, and contribute to the development of clinical pathways or protocols to enhance cardiovascular care delivery.
• Engage in patient and family education, promoting cardiovascular health, risk reduction, lifestyle modification, and long-term follow-up.
• Uphold adherence to regulatory, compliance, credentialing, and documentation standards within the health system and practice setting.
• Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, case reviews, morbidity/mortality conferences, and may contribute to teaching or mentoring activities (residents, fellows, APPs) if appropriate for your academic interest.
• Support practice growth and development by helping to build patient volumes, referral relationships, community outreach, and representing the practice as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification (or board-eligibility) in Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM or equivalent).
• Active/unrestricted Georgia medical license (or eligible to obtain).
• Demonstrated clinical competence in cardiovascular medicine; experience in outpatient and inpatient cardiology practice preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with emphasis on patient-centered care and collaborative team practice.
• Commitment to quality improvement, practice efficiency, evidence-based medicine, and a continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to work full-time in the Martinez/Augusta area, and flexibility for occasional travel between sites or on-call participation if required by the practice model.
• Fellowship training in cardiology is required; additional training/interests (e.g., imaging, heart failure, electrophysiology, preventive cardiology) are welcome and will be supported.

Practice & Location Highlights:

• The practice is located at 587 Furys Ferry Road, Martinez, GA, part of the Augusta/CSRA region - offering a blend of quality of life with convenient access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation.
• Affiliation with Wellstar Health System and Medical College of Georgia provides access to robust resources, clinical collaboration, research and academic pathways.
• The site functions with an emphasis on compassionate high-quality care, leveraging cutting-edge technology and a patient-centric model.
• Full-time role with structured schedule and support staff to allow for efficient workflow and strong work/life balance.

Compensation & Benefits:

Wellstar offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement savings plan, CME allowance, paid time off, malpractice coverage (tail coverage as applicable), and relocation assistance if needed. Specific details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.