Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology - Physician

HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center - HCA Healthcare Houston, Texas, US

About the Role

Description

Specialization:
Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant

Job Summary:

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking to employ an advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant cardiologist to help lead the growing heart failure program for an employed cardiac group as a Medical Director.
Qualified Candidates:
  • Care for heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pre- and post-transplant and VAD patients, all forms of both percutaneous and surgically placed mechanical circulatory support
  • Board certified or board eligible in cardiology in advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant
  • Certified in cardiac catherization, endocardial biopsy, and echocardiography
  • Eligible for licensure in Texas, J1 and H1B cap-exempt visa not supported
  • Great opportunity to work with an advanced heart failure team and renowned cardiology practice
Incentive/Benefits Package:
  • Employed position with HCA Houston Healthcare through Houston Heart
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and disability, 401k with match, PTO, and more
  • CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Academic opportunities
  • No state income tax
  • Tort reform
About HCA Houston Healthcare
HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With an employee base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 ambulatory surgery centers, 15 freestanding emergency centers, 24 CareNow urgent care centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. The system also includes a regional transfer center that provides support for patient transfers into and out of HCA Houston Healthcare facilities as well as access to ground and air transportation within a 150-mile radius. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the University of Houston College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the heart failure program as Medical Director
  • Care for heart failure and transplant patients
  • Oversee advanced heart failure initiatives

Qualifications

  • Board certification in cardiology with advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant
  • Cardiac catheterization/echo/biopsy certification
  • Texas licensure eligibility

Benefits

Health, dental, disability benefits
401k with match

Required Skills

cardiology advanced heart failure cardiac transplant vascular support devices CABG/PCI familiarity

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