Physician - Structural Heart Imager / Non-Invasive Cardiologist
About The Position
Southcoast Health is seeking a Structural Heart Imager/Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join their nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Center. This role is designed for a cardiologist with advanced echocardiography training and a keen interest in structural heart imaging and transcatheter therapies. The Heart & Vascular Center is a comprehensive program with a large team of cardiologists and advanced practice providers, emphasizing a collaborative approach and strong mentorship. The successful candidate will be involved in a high-volume structural heart program, balancing professional practice with a good quality of life. The opportunity includes protected imaging compensation for structural heart procedures and screening studies, a dedicated procedural imaging role, and participation in clinical research. The position is based at the Southcoast Health Heart & Vascular Center at Charlton Memorial Hospital, with an outpatient office nearby. Shared call responsibilities and teaching opportunities are also part of this role.
Requirements
- COCATS Level III training in Echocardiography
- Structural Heart procedural TEE experience
- MD or DO degree
- Completion of accredited residency and cardiology fellowship training
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiology
- Active medical license and DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- Strong clinical, communication, and patient-centered care skills
Nice To Haves
- Advanced cardiac imaging training
- Expertise in procedural echocardiography
- Experience with Mitral valve imaging
- Experience with Tricuspid valve imaging
- Experience with Edge-to-edge repair procedures
- Experience with Transcatheter valve replacement therapies
- Ongoing mentorship is available for candidates seeking additional procedural experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in a high-volume, advanced structural heart program.
- Perform procedural echocardiography.
- Conduct imaging for structural heart interventions, including mitral and tricuspid valve imaging, edge-to-edge repair procedures, and transcatheter valve replacement therapies.
- Engage in clinical research.
- Teach medical and APP students.
- Share call responsibilities.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- RVU productivity incentive
- Quality bonus incentive
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- 41 days PTO annually
- 6% retirement match after 2 years
- CME allowance and paid CME time
- Malpractice coverage: $2 million/$6 million limits
- No buy-in
- No overhead expenses
- Loan forgiveness opportunities through nonprofit status
- Strong administrative support
- Physician-led culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
