Physician / Cardiology - General / Illinois / Permanent / Cardiology Opportunity - KANKAKEE, IL (Nestled about an hour south of Chicago, Kankakee County is home to farmers markets, festivals and famil

Cardiologist

Riverside Medical Center is a 318-bed level 2 trauma hospital located less than one hour south of Chicago. Our collegial cardiology team has consistently won a variety of awards over the years, and we're hoping to add another individual who values the same clinical excellence that they do.

Job Description

• The Riverside Medical Group is recruiting an experienced Cardiologist with expertise in Heart Failure.
• The ideal candidate will be a Cardiologist who is BE/BC in Heart Failure or have concentrated training and experience in heart failure management.
• This physician will serve as the lead clinical in the development of various heart failure initiatives to optimize care delivery, maintain a low length of stay, and decrease readmission rates.

Requirements

• Expertise in Heart Failure
• BE/BC in Heart Failure or concentrated training and experience in heart failure management

Benefits

• Financially stable hospital
• Growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work with Cardiology fellows
• Administrative support and collaboration
• Large primary care referral base
• State-of-the-art facilities and equipment

Organization Overview

Riverside Medical Center offers clinical excellence, superior quality, and safety. The Riverside Medical Group is composed of 170 providers and has a voice in how their practice is run. With consistent leadership, financial stability, and a continued growth strategy in place, Riverside Medical Center has earned national recognition. Candidates can expect to find at Riverside advanced detection and diagnostic tools, brand new cardiac catheterization labs, dedicated heart and vascular operating suites, a nationally certified Chest Pain Center, and an award-winning Heart Failure Clinic.

Community Overview

Nestled about an hour south of Chicago, Kankakee County is home to farmers markets, festivals, and family fun. For city dwellers looking to experience nature's splendor, there is no need to journey any further. Meander through miles of hiking and biking trails, float down a river, or drive through the countryside all before capping the night off with a craft beer over a good meal or sipping the latest world-class wines at the local wine bars.

Additional Perks

• Less than one hour from two major international airports, Midway and O'Hare
• Lower cost of living in Kankakee County of the south suburbs of Chicago
• Educational opportunities