Cardiology Physician

Advanced Cardiac Imaging Specialist

The Charleston Area Medical Center Institute for Academic Medicine is seeking to employ an advanced cardiac imaging specialist with skills in structural transesophageal echocardiography.

Job Description

• Support structural heart physicians in preplanning and in-procedure imaging for the structural heart program.
• Operate out of a dedicated cardiac imaging center with the following:
  • Dedicated cardiac CT (Siemens Force performing 600 scans/month)
  • Nuclear Medicine with 2 Cardio MDs (300 stress and non-stress/month)
  • Echocardiography with 5 outpatient-only units (550 exams/month)
  • Dedicated cardiac MRI (Siemens Sola) 1.5T installed January 2023 (currently performing 80 scans/month on a non-cardiac dedicated scanner)
  • Heart Flow Program, which has received quality awards quarterly, with a direct flow pathway
  • Structural TEE program to support TAVR, Mitral Clip, Watchman, PFO/ASD Closure

Requirements

• MD/DO from an accredited university medical school
• Graduate of an accredited ACGME cardiology residency and subspecialty training in structural echocardiography, cardiovascular CT, and/or cardiovascular MRI
• Board certified with the ABIM in cardiology and preferred subspecialty certification in advanced imaging field
• Ability to obtain a West Virginia state medical license and DEA
• Ability to achieve full and unrestricted hospital privileges at Charleston Area Medical Center
• Exceptional collaboration abilities
• Sustained knowledge and accomplished success in clinical skills with experience in supporting medicine post-graduate fellowship training

Benefits

• Lucrative base salary with production and quality bonus potential
• Paid time away from the practice
• 401K retirement plan
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• CME allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package

Community Overview

Charleston, the capital city of West Virginia, offers a blend of scenic beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Situated along the Kanawha River and surrounded by rolling hills, Charleston provides an ideal backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating. The city also boasts a thriving arts scene, with theaters, galleries, and music venues showcasing local talent. With its affordable cost of living, friendly neighborhoods, and strong sense of community, Charleston is a welcoming place to call home.