Cardiologist - Non Invasive (M67308)

Non Invasive Cardiologist (M67308)

VCU Health -Department of Internal Medicine - Richmond, VA - Pauley Heart Center

Mission or Goal of Unit: At VCU Health Pauley Heart Center, our world-class team takes your heart health personally.  Building on our history of innovation in patient care, scientific discovery, diversity and collaboration we improve cardiovascular care for all, while continuously training the next generation of providers.

Chief Purpose of this position: The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology is seeking an incumbent to provide expert  management of cardiology patients at VCU Colonial Square outpatient location (serving the Tri-Cities area of Colonial Heights, Hopewell, and Petersburg).  The ideal candidate will be an experienced general cardiologist seeking a practice that will allow them to use the full spectrum of their clinical and teaching skills to serve the primary service area.  VCU Health’s Pauley Heart Center is one of the preeminent heart centers in the U.S., and the successful candidate will join a team dedicated to both academic discovery and outstanding clinical care for its patients.

Position Responsibilities: 

Teaching | To support teaching directly via interactions with Fellows, Housestaff and non-physician professionals.Periodically will be expected to present appropriate reviews in patient management discussions at Cardiology and Department of Internal Medicine conferences.In addition, will be expected to participate in University Continuing Medical Education programs for practicing physicians which is important to enhancing patient referrals.

Research | To support clinical research protocols as needed.

Service | Will be expected to participate in quality, safety and efficiency initiatives

Clinical | Will primarily be dedicated to the outpatient, inpatient and consultative services. Will be expected to share call with the Colonial Square group.

Other (for instance administrative duties, etc.) | Submit billing and document care as required by the organization.   Abide by all medical staff requirements. 

Required Qualifications: 

• BC/BE cardiologist with demonstrated skills in cardiovascular disease
• Clinically oriented and possess sufficient research and teaching experience to be eligible for academic appointment
• Communicate effectively and work with a large multidisciplinary program
• Expected to participate in teaching and fellowship programs
• Must be eligible for medical licensure in state of Virginia
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Richmond is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic region along the East Coast. With easy access to Washington D.C., the Atlantic Ocean, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, this River City is consistently top ranked for its rich history, charm, lower cost of living, outdoor adventure, trendy restaurants, breweries, wineries, upscale shopping, and world class museums.

With the James River flowing through the heart of City and the mild climate, Richmonders take full advantage of the area’s events, public gardens, festivals, and athletic activities. The area boasts a wide variety of arts, culture and entertainment. Among the numerous historical landmarks, you will also find beautiful theaters, concert venues,  ballet, museums including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond Children’s Museum, Science Museum of Virginia, and the Richmond International Raceway, to name a few.

Richmond has something for everyone. It’s family friendly, dog friendly, and there is never a shortage of things to do. Whether you want to live downtown, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom, Forest Hill, The Fan, or the suburbs of the West End or Chesterfield County, each Richmond neighborhood is unique making it an attractively-sized and very livable city.

Welcome to VCU Health l MCV Physicians, the medical practice of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. As part of VCU’s School of Medicine, our physicians provide quality patient care services, teach the next generation of physicians, and conduct important research. VCU’s Massey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Cancer Center and Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU Health is the region’s full-service children’s hospital.

We are over 900 physicians and 19 clinical departments providing services at various sites in Virginia, including VCU Medical Center — Richmond, VA – the region’s comprehensive Level 1 Trauma Center, verified in adult, pediatric, and burn trauma care. VCU Medical Center integrates hospitals, clinical care facilities, health sciences schools and medical research.

Our physician-driven, patient-centered care model reflects the values and vision of an outstanding integrated academic practice.

VCU Health has consistently ranked high in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals study in the state and metro Richmond area. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU continues to expand inpatient and outpatient services, as well as the new Virginia Treatment Center for Children, opened in 2018, serving as a beacon of hope for families seeking mental health services. We are proud that VCU Health has twice achieved Magnet® designation.  We are honored to be recognized by Working Mother magazine’s “100 Best” for work/life balance and integration. Since 2006, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce has consistently named VCU Health an Area Employer of Choice. You won’t find a more appreciative organization to work for, nor better people to work with.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an urban university with over 32,000 students located in Richmond, Virginia, two hours south of Washington D.C. As one of the nation’s top research universities it attracts more than $255 million a year in sponsored research funding. Twenty-seven VCU graduate and professional programs rank among the best in the nation in US News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.