Interventional Cardiology opportunity serving America's Veterans, Shreveport, LA
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Cardiology-Interventional
Salary
$325,000
– $400,000
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/23/24
The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA, has an immediate opening for a full-time, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist. You'll enjoy a unique combination of two great American heritages: a little Cajun, and since we're less than 15 minutes from the Texas border, a little Lone Star, too. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans. The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans.
We offer:
- Predictable work schedules and a focus on quality rather than volume
- Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided
- 26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time per year w/unlimited carry over; 11 paid holidays
- Federal Retirement Plan and separate 401K with partial agency match
- Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME’s (must be full-time with board certification)
- This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), if approved
- Recruitment or relocation authorized for highly qualified candidates
Job Responsibilities
• Competitive Starting Salary $325,000 – $390,000
• Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm., may be required to work unscheduled hours in case of an emergency or when on call
• Performs inpatient or outpatient cardiovascular consultation services
• Perform standard diagnostic and cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheterization, ECG, angioplasty, etc.
• Duties will include clinical practice, and teaching Cardiology fellows, residents, and medical students
• Position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center commensurate with qualifications
Qualifications
• Board certified at least once in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology
• Experience in peripheral vascular intervention is preferred. Structural heart disease intervention and/or venous intervention training desirable
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found
• Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State
Working Hours