PHYSICIAN- Pediatric Cardiologist

East Tennessee Children's Hospital • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

East Tennessee Children's Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Cardiologist to join an established team of 4 experienced pediatric cardiologists employed by Children's Hospital. This candidate will be board-certified or eligible in pediatric cardiology with proficiency in advanced cardiac imaging. Adult congenital expertise is desired but not mandatory. Our pediatric cardiology team is committed to caring for the fetus, child, and young adults with all heart conditions. We provide cardiac services to our NICU and PICU as well as the NICU at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. We also have a robust and seamless relationship with Vanderbilt Medical Center and other surrounding surgical centers of excellence. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills and must be able to obtain an unrestricted Tennessee Medical License. This position has a potential opportunity for a faculty appointment with the University of Tennessee - Graduate School of Medicine, rank commensurate with experience. East Tennessee Children's Hospital will launch a pediatric residency program in 2027! This is an amazing opportunity to be part of building an educational program for the next generation of pediatricians. This position includes a highly competitive salary and robust benefit package, along with productivity and quality-based incentives.

Requirements

• Board-certified or eligible in pediatric cardiology.
• Proficiency in advanced cardiac imaging.
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted Tennessee Medical License.
• Minimum 1 year experience in pediatrics preferred.
• Current DEA and DPS certificate of registration.

Nice To Haves

• Adult congenital expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating clinical patients to meet their medical needs.
• Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient's condition.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
• Maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records.
• Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with regulatory standards.
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients.
• Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, immunizations, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff.
• Shares knowledge and skills with colleagues to enhance professional development.
• Analyzes new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or 'hands-on training' and assimilates this knowledge into clinical practice.
• Promptly, thoroughly, and accurately records applicable patient charges to ensure appropriate billing of services.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Robust benefit package.
• Productivity and quality-based incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees