What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Cardiologist position at CommonSpirit Health?
Overview
General Cardiologist - Shareholder Track Opportunity
Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is seeking a board-certified, skilled, compassionate General Cardiologist. You will be responsible for providing specialized medical care to patients with cardiovascular conditions in an outpatient setting located in Carmichael, California. Your expertise will contribute to preventing, diagnosing, and treating cardiovascular diseases while ensuring the highest standard of patient care and satisfaction.
This shareholder track opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, malpractice insurance, and a retirement plan. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to our community patients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Compensation Range : $494,000 - $523,000 / Year
Mercy Medical Group is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500 providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each patient.
MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento. Mercy Medical Group is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical foundation model. Dignity Health is one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, and the largest healthcare system in California, with more than 40 hospitals and 400 care centers serving communities across California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
Community Description
Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of one of the nation's most influential states, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history review, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
Diagnose and treat a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, and heart failure.
Develop personalized treatment plans and collaborate with patients to establish achievable health goals.
Prescribe and monitor medications, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize patient outcomes.
Perform and interpret non-invasive cardiac tests, such as electrocardiograms (ECGs), echocardiograms, and stress tests.
Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, including exercise, diet, and stress management, to promote heart health and prevent disease progression.
Coordinate care with other specialists, such as cardiovascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive patient management.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiology research, attending conferences and engaging in continuous professional development.
Maintain accurate and timely medical records, documenting patient encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, technicians, and support staff, to deliver efficient and coordinated patient care.
Qualifications
Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
Completion of a residency program in Internal Medicine.
Fellowship training in Cardiology from an accredited program.
Board certification or eligibility in Cardiology.
Valid medical license to practice as a Cardiologist.
Proficiency in non-invasive cardiac diagnostic procedures and interpretation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to diagnose and develop treatment plans.
Dedication to staying current with advancements in cardiology through ongoing education and professional development.
Pay Range
237.00 - $251.00 / hour
Salary : $494,000 - $523,000
