Job ID: 3209
Type: Physicians
State: SC
Area: Myrtle Beach area
Specialty: CARDIOLOGY - INTERVENTIONAL
Description: Medical Center is seeking an Interventional Cardiologist to join its growing team
- The role will focus on interventional and general cardiology care, supported by advanced diagnostic, two cath labs and imaging technology.
- The physician will work closely with a collaborative team of cardiologists, nurse practitioners, and a strong primary care referral base to provide comprehensive cardiac care
- Cerner EMR
- Standard office hours (Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm / Friday 8am-12pm)
- 3 days clinic / 1 day lab / 1 day call
- Call Schedule: 1:4 Stemi call, 1:6 rotation for general cardiology call
- Average Patient Volume: 20-24 patients per day
- Call Schedule: no more than 10 days per month
- Demographics: Adults with a wide range of cardiac conditions.
- 5 APPS employed now that cover clinic and inpatient consults, stress lab.
- Support Staff: Dedicated team including nurses, front office staff, ultrasound technicians, and experienced RNs with Cardiac Care expertise.
- Primarily adults aged 55 and older, including smokers and individuals with peripheral Cardiac Care conditions such as claudication
- Visit Types: Interventional Cardiologist consultations, follow-ups, and diagnostic testing.
- Consultative service only – hospitalists manage admissions.
- Advanced diagnostic capabilities, including Echocardiography (TTE/TEE), Stress testing (treadmill, nuclear), Cardiac CT and MRI, 256-slice CT scanner for advanced imaging.
- The Cardiac Care clinic works closely with Interventional Cardiac Care, sharing a collaborative space. There are potential cross-referrals between interventional radiology (IR), cardiac care, and Cardiac Care procedures, particularly in the Cath lab.
- Hybrid Room Development: There are plans to build a hybrid room for minimally invasive procedures, providing an opportunity to further develop the Cardiac Care surgery service line.
- Robotic Surgery: The da Vinci Robotic Surgical System is available for complex Cardiac Care surgeries, offering enhanced precision and improved patient outcomes.
- Facilities: 2-room Cath lab, 10 operating rooms, and a 14-bed Cardiac Monitoring Unit (CMU).
- Cardiology Team: Clinic space is directly connected to the Cath lab, providing streamlined workflow and collaborative potential.
- The clinic provides in-house wound care with hyperbaric chambers, supporting Cardiac Care and wound care integration.
- Largest Dedicated Service Space in Market: Opportunity for growth within a highly equipped service area.
- Equipment: DSA, 256-slice CT scanner, MRI (3T and 1.5T options), and in-office ultrasound machine, all essential for advanced imaging and diagnostics.
- Base Salary + WRVU Bonuses
- Base Salary: $600,000 – $700,000 (based on experience level, increased base to be negotiated)
- Income potential $1 million
- Sign-on Bonus: $40k+ sign-on bonus to assist with the transition.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, & vision; supplemental insurance options (short/long-term disability, accidental, cancer, life); retirement plans with employer match of 4% with 6% contribution.
- Student Loan Repayment: Eligible for loan repayment assistance through the PSLF program, helping to manage and reduce student debt.
- CME Allowances: 5 days off a year / $3k a year
- Malpractice Insurance/Tail Coverage
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and ample paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance
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Contact: For more information please contact Ryan Hawkins at [email protected] or call 716-689-6000.