What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Cardiologist position at Cottage Health?
Cottage Health is seeking a general cardiologist to join its rapidly growing medical group. The cardiology group currently consists of six providers (one general cardiologist, two Invasive cardiologists, two Interventional cardiologists, and one APP) as well as a team of Nurses, MA's, APP's who see approximately 16,000 visits per year. The group is actively recruiting for an Electrophysiologist to join the practice.
The practice is situated on the campus of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in a state-of-the-art clinic setting and is dedicated to serving that Hospital and the surrounding communities. As a part of the oldest and most well-established practices in the community, the clinic has a chronic backlog of patients that allows new providers the opportunity to engage other professionals in the community and to fill a patient panel quickly.
Ample opportunity exists for qualified candidates who are seeking a general cardiologist clinical practice with a variety of clinical conditions. In addition, there are subspecialty clinics within the cardiology clinic for Women's Heart and Heart Failure that allows for additional patience centric care. There is a strong emphasis on work-life balance as supported by very reasonable call expectations and clinic hours. There is also an opportunity to participate in hospital-based cardiology rotation with teaching and mentorship opportunities. Candidates should expect a high level of teamwork, engaged mentorship and a positive work environment. Candidate should also expect resources and administrative support in alignment with the growth of a busy clinical practice.
The Position:
- Provide comprehensive general cardiology services: echocardiography, stress testing, and consultations.
- Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized care plans.
- New Clinic and Diagnostic center opened in 2024
- Call 1:7
- Integrated EMR (EPIC) in office and hospital
Qualifications:
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Cardiology
- A demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
- Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exude a positive attitude with demonstrated ability to work in a team
Benefits:
- Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive compensation
- Moving and Relocation Assistance
- Temporary Housing Assistance
- Mortgage Assistance Programs
- Comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan 401(k) and Medical Malpractice Insurance
About the Santa Barbara Community:
- This coastal California community is one of the best places to live in the US, offering a small-town feel on the central coast.
- In addition to a near-perfect Mediterranean climate, there are abundant year-round outdoor opportunities including hiking, biking, access to beautiful beaches and the Santa Ynez Mountains.
- Just 1.5 hours from LA without the traffic, crime, and overcrowding.
- Rivals Napa and Sonoma for wine production, with many excellent restaurants.
About Us:
Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.
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