Cardiology Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Physician
Renton, Washington, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Cardiology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location 98122, Seattle, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/16/24

Swedish Cherry Hill is the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the Puget Sound Region, boasting well-established programs in cardiovascular subspecialties and a robust clinical research program. Our campus features the largest Cardiovascular Surgery program in the Northwest, a highly specialized interventional program with CHiP and Structural Heart, as well as PERT and Shock Response Teams. Our ECMO program, now in its 10th year, is administered by Advanced Heart Failure Physicians in a dedicated Cardiovascular ICU with 24-hour on-site Critical Care Intensivist support. It is the only ELSO Gold certified and DNV certified program in Washington State, with survival rates exceeding national averages. Our DT-LVAD program, in its 8th year, continues to grow with outcomes aligned with the Momentum III trial. Swedish Cherry Hill has been a leading enroller in numerous clinical trials, including CHAMPION, PARADIGM, PARAGON, PARALLAX, SHIELD II, GUIDE-HF, REDUCE LAP HF, and ALT-FLOW, supported by excellent IRB and research infrastructure. Our Advanced Heart Failure Physicians are at the forefront of using informatics to optimize patient care and modernize care delivery systems. We are seeking a Board Certified Advanced Heart Failure Physician to join our growing, well-supported team at the Swedish Medical Group’s dedicated Advanced Cardiac Support Clinic. Our multidisciplinary team includes five advanced practice clinicians, a dedicated pharmacist, dietician, social worker, and data analyst, all focused on comprehensive heart failure and chronic disease management. We also have robust Genetic, Sarcoid, and Amyloid Programs, with opportunities for innovation and rapid program growth. Position Highlights:

  • Inpatient service one week in four, with a minimum of three clinic days per week.
  • Solely heart failure/cardiogenic shock/MCS-based practice (1 hour for new appointments, 30 minutes for return appointments).
  • Manage ECMO, LVAD, and cardiogenic shock programs.
  • 1:4 inpatient team rotation.
  • Significant opportunities for research and clinical trials, including leading Physician Initiated Research.
  • Dedicated support from a pharmacist, social worker, dietitian, and data analyst.
  • Preferred candidates will have 3 to 5 years of experience.
  • Compensation is between $400,636 and $642,416 per year
  • Compensation may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, and extra shift incentives.
  • 10 days of funded CME.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Take advantage of this opportunity to join a well-respected institute while enjoying incredible benefits and a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of Seattle. Apply today to become a part of our dedicated team committed to providing exceptional cardiac care!
  • The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers will have CME benefits available to them.

Where You’ll Work

Swedish Heart & Vascular Institute is a leading cardiovascular care center with the broadest range of services, subspecialties and expertise in the region. With locations around Western Washington and a dedicated heart facility in downtown Seattle, the Institute is committed to advanced diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for adult and pediatric cardiovascular diseases and conditions. The providers dedicate themselves to clinical research and education by collaborating with other cardiac surgeons, vascular surgeons, cardiologists and interventional radiologists around the region.

Where You’ll Live

Seattle is the Pacific Northwest’s largest urban center, with a metro population of 3.25 million, and is home to world-class arts and entertainment, a robust economy and an outstanding school system. The city hugs Puget Sound and offers magnificent mountain views to the north, east and south. Home to the world’s biggest tech giants, Seattle offers some of the highest minimum wages in the country, along with a notable music and arts scene, outdoor lifestyle and amazing coffee.

Who You’ll Work For

Swedish is a comprehensive health network with a long history of excellence. The Seattle-based system operates five hospitals with more than 1,500 beds, and more than 115 primary and specialty care clinics. Part of the Providence family, Swedish is world-renowned for its innovative and ground-breaking diagnoses, treatments and medical research at its five award-winning institutes: cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular, neuroscience and orthopedic. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of each person it serves.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran