Cardiologist

Cardiologist

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We're different than most primary care providers. We're rapidly expanding, and we need great people to join our team.

The Cardiologist is a licensed/board-certified professional who plays a key role as part of the clinical operations team, providing direct patient care and assessments, primarily in the ambulatory health care center setting. The responsibilities of the Cardiologist include but are not limited to: diagnosing and treating various cardiovascular ailments or diseases, such as heart attacks and coronary heart disease, taking medical history, conducting physical exams, developing a plan of care, providing health education, specialty referrals and case management referrals, providing follow-up care, and applying clear, in-depth documentation through written progress notes and summaries according to ChenMed standards for quality, service, productivity, and teamwork. He/She also participates in clinical rounds and conferences.

At ChenMed, we remain committed to:

1. Physician work/life balance
2. No nights/no weekends/no call
3. Population health approach focused on prevention, patient outcomes, and quality of care:
   • Simplifying complex care through collaboration and care coordination
   • Focused on early chronic disease detection & management
   • Preventative care, leading to improved patient outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions

Job Description

• Provides excellent inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular care as well as care coordination, echocardiogram reading, population management of market's members, and oversight of PCP's cardiovascular skills.
• Leads a cardiovascular care team that may include Care Promoters, Echocardiogram/X-ray Technician(s), and in some cases a mid-level (ARNP or PA) dedicated to cardiology depending on the scope and member volume.
• Assists the Medical Director, Cardiology (MDC) in managing the day-to-day clinical and business operations and building positive relationships with providers and key stakeholders for all ChenMed/JenCare/Dedicated Senior Health centers within the market.
• Consults with the Medical Director, Cardiology to ensure compliance with guidelines along with participating in risk and quality management programs, clinical meetings, and other programs that maximize and promote clinical value, improve clinical quality, efficiency, physician/patient satisfaction, and advance strategic business objectives.
• Manages the care of chronic cardiovascular diseases, e.g., examines patient and runs or orders tests to determine chief complaint and recommends appropriate care or treatment plans as indicated by patient condition and to meet their clinical needs for a panel of at minimum 5,000 patients (with the support of the Care Team and Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant depending on ratio).
• Assesses patient's ability to withstand the stresses of cardiovascular or other surgeries and helps surgeons or invasive cardiologists in managing strategy for patient, including clearing patient for surgery.
• Runs and accurately reads EKGs, chest X-rays, and echoes; includes ability to know which blood tests to order to check for certain types of heart diseases. Orders studies, tests, and other ancillary services as needed.
• Limiting external cardiovascular care where high-quality internal care can be appropriately provided to members.
• Prescribes medication and treatment in accordance with patient condition, payer coverage/guidelines, and industry standards.
• Reviews PCP requests for external cardiology referrals and participates in delegated utilization authorizations; determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
• May have responsibility for cardiology clinical operations of 2-5 centers in the market under the supervision of the MD, CVC.
• Exercises final medical judgment in issues of health care for paneled patients.
• Provides patient education related to heart disease, wellness, prevention, and early detection, including supporting market CHF clinics and other patient education initiatives.
• Assists with training and hiring of dedicated cardiology Care Promoters and NPs/PAs.
• Coaches and mentors PCP physicians and other clinicians in cardiology management in the PCP setting.
• Participation in cardiovascular team meetings and daily huddles, and participate in focused clinical discussions in market huddles, super-huddles, and team meetings.
• Aids with quality and performance initiatives, assists with implementation of cost reduction and market clinical strategies, and builds relationships with internal and external physician stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and modified at manager's discretion.

Requirements

• MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty required
• Board certification in Cardiology required but may have other sub-specialty training and board certification as well
• Current, unrestricted and active license to practice medicine in state of employment
• Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration required
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Cardiologist required
• Prior experience working with interdisciplinary teams in quality improvement or medical/healthcare leadership activities preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required within first 90 days of employment

Benefits

We're ChenMed, and we're transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America's healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We're growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people's lives every single day.