Physician - Cardiologist

Veterans Health Administration • Spokane, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center is recruiting one Cardiologist to provide comprehensive clinical and consultative cardiovascular care at the VA hospital in Spokane, Washington. The Cardiologist serves adult patients with cardiovascular disease and provides care across outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, Urgent Care Centers, Community-Based Outpatient Clinics, and telehealth platforms. The position includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and follow-up care, as well as collaboration with other healthcare professionals and participation in quality improvement and teaching activities.

A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, subject to individual eligibility and program approval. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an appropriately approved institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Completion of residency training meeting the VA physician qualification requirements in an accredited core specialty training program leading to board-certification eligibility, or an applicable permitted alternative described in the announcement.
• Completion of an ACGME-approved fellowship program in Cardiology.
• Passed the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Certifying Examination, including in Cardiovascular Disease as specified in the additional requirements.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• U.S. citizenship, except that non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens under VA policy.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical evaluation or examination and, if tentatively selected for a testing-designated position, submit to urinalysis screening for illegal drug use.
• Subject to background/security investigation; selected applicants must complete online onboarding and required application documentation.
• Must participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program.
• May be required to serve a probationary period.
• Physical ability to perform light lifting and carrying under 15 pounds, pushing, reaching above shoulder, using fingers and both hands, walking and standing, and rapid simultaneous mental and muscular coordination; near vision correctable to Jaeger 1 to 4 at 13 to 16 inches, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, and hearing (hearing aid may be permitted).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to interpret invasive and non-invasive procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with cardiovascular symptoms.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including EKGs, transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, treadmill and other stress tests, nuclear tests, Holter monitors, event recorder studies, and cardiac catheterizations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and hypertension.
• Prescribe medications, manage patients over time, and adjust treatment regimens based on patient responses.
• Perform and/or supervise interventional electrophysiological procedures.
• Educate patients about lifestyle changes to reduce cardiovascular risk, including diet, exercise, and smoking cessation.
• Conduct follow-up visits, monitor patient progress, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage cardiac diseases using accepted methods and techniques, maintaining current knowledge and skills.
• Perform general cardiology examinations for established and newly consulted patients, including e-consultations in Cardiology clinics.
• Identify, evaluate, and address cardiac disease, prevention, and health promotion needs of the Veteran population.
• Manage referrals and consults, provide preventive-care education and counseling, and apply evidence-based care for cardiac conditions.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including clinical notes, treatment plans, and follow-up documentation in electronic health record systems.
• Complete administrative tasks, including billing and coding.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and develop treatment plans.
• Supervise and interpret exercise stress tests; maintain certification in Nuclear Cardiology.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews, and promote performance improvement.
• Teach and guide others involved in cardiology-related services, including medical students and residents.
• Establish professional relationships with clinical service providers at the medical center, outpatient center, and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics.
• Assess, triage, and prioritize Cardiology referrals; develop treatment plans and coordinate follow-up care.
• Provide patient care and consultative services across outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, Urgent Care Centers, Community-Based Outpatient Clinics, and telehealth platforms.
• Admit, evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult patients with cardiovascular disease, or provide consultative services.

Benefits

• Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Education Debt Reduction Program student loan reimbursement, subject to eligibility and program approval; award up to $200,000 over one to five years.
• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.
• 50–55 days of paid time off per year, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and possible five-day paid absence for CME.
• Traditional federal pension with five-year vesting and federal 401(k) with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance; many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement.
• Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement for full-time physicians with board certification.
• Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree