Physician Interventional Cardiologist

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Advanced Cardiac Healthcare is a growing, well-established, stable private cardiology practice with 13 physicians, including 3 Interventionalists, 3 Invasive-Non-interventionalists, 6 Non-invasive cardiologists, and 2 Electrophysiologists. The practice has an exclusive professional service agreement with a four-hospital system and operates 4 satellite sites, with the physician to be based primarily at the main office. This dynamic group implements innovative, state-of-the-art approaches to cardiac care, offering a two-year track to full partnership with a minimum buy-in. The compensation package, once a partner, is highly competitive and includes 3 weeks of CME and 6 weeks of vacation. The practice experiences annual growth of 10-15% and maintains a patient-centered philosophy. Physicians are supported by outstanding Advanced Practice Providers (both hospital and office-based) and a well-respected local medical school's resident teaching service. The practice utilizes Epic EMR for both ambulatory and inpatient care and offers a full range of in-office diagnostics. There is an expanding, extensive, and diverse primary care referral base.

Requirements

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
Performs in a tactful and professional manner

Responsibilities

Diagnosing illnesses and prescribing and administering treatment for patients suffering from disease or illness.
Examining patients and obtaining medical histories.
Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests.
Counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare, hygiene, and diet.
Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining, and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs.
Educates patients on wellness, prevention, and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families.
Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care.
Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
Orders studies, test and ancillary services.
Documents all services in patient medical record.
Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements.
Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations.
Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values, and customer service standards.