Cardiologist (Non-Invasive) Position in Gainesville, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Noninvasive Cardiologist for a faculty role that includes a dual appointment with a prominent university. This position will primarily be located at our Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Gainesville, FL.

Our facility serves as a 240-bed tertiary referral center specializing in cardiovascular diseases within the VA system. We provide a comprehensive range of cardiovascular services, including on-site Cardiothoracic (CT) surgery, complex interventional and structural procedures, Electrophysiology (EP) device placements and ablations, as well as advanced imaging techniques such as 3D Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) for perfusion studies, Cardiac Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting Electrocardiograms (ECGs), conducting exercise and pharmacologic stress tests, performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, and managing ambulatory cardiac monitoring. As a member of the Cardiology team, you will also supervise and educate general cardiology fellows, advanced practice providers, and medical residents. Currently, our VA physician team includes 3 interventionalists, 3 electrophysiologists, 6 noninvasive cardiologists, and 1 heart failure specialist, along with 10 Advanced Practice Professionals. Responsibilities will include shared assignments in the VA Coronary Care Unit and general consult services, with night and weekend call distributed among all cardiology faculty. You will be expected to manage both inpatient and outpatient care. Candidates are encouraged to engage in advanced cardiac imaging interpretations and participate in clinical trials and research activities based on their interests. Collaboration with the VA heart failure disease management group is preferred.

A sign-on bonus is available!

We also offer assistance with medical school loan repayment, up to $200,000.

We provide the following benefits:

1. Competitive salary based on experience, training, and local market conditions.

2. Annual performance bonus potential of up to $15,000.

3. Guaranteed salary increases.

4. Licensure: One full and unrestricted active U.S. medical license.

5. Continuing Medical Education (CME): $1,000 per year and 5 days of paid CME leave (conditions apply).

6. Malpractice coverage under federal tort laws for VHA physicians.

7. No employment contracts, noncompete clauses, or restrictive covenants.

8. 26 days of paid vacation, 13 days of paid sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and 15 days for military leave.

9. Federal Retirement Plan.

10. Separate 401K plan with partial agency matching.

11. Health insurance options (including supplemental dental and vision insurance).

12. Life insurance coverage.

13. Nationwide mobility allowing relocation without loss of benefits, leave, or pay.

Gainesville is the largest city and county seat of Alachua County, serving as the cultural, educational, and commercial hub of north central Florida. It is home to the state's largest and oldest university, making it a center for education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. The University of Florida and UF Health Hospital are the primary employers in the area, providing numerous job opportunities for residents from surrounding counties. Known for its historic preservation and stunning natural landscapes, Gainesville boasts numerous parks, museums, and lakes that attract thousands of visitors. With its beautiful scenery and urban "forest," Gainesville is considered one of the most appealing cities in Florida, conveniently located just 60 minutes from the west coast and 90 minutes from the east coast or Orlando.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV.