Cardiology Physician

General Cardiology Opportunity in the Sierra Foothills - Shareholder Track

Picture a Northern California mountain location within 1 hour of Lake Tahoe and 40 minutes of a major metropolitan area, without the traffic congestion. Imagine the smell of mountain air and pine trees as you enjoy a robust outdoor lifestyle.  Envision practicing medicine with a group of like-minded physicians who are dedicated to their community. Does this sound like a dream come true? If you answered YES to any of these questions, we might have a solution for you!  With a growing patient demand, excellent patient care, and providers' quality of work/life balance taking center stage, Mercy Medical Group seeks to add a General Cardiologist to the group who is open to the following:

• Offering excellent non- or limited-invasive, non-interventional general cardiology care to adult patients in our outpatient clinic and at our community hospital
• Provide general cardiology care 3-4 days per week in our outpatient cardiology clinic
• Implant pacemakers and loop recorders (not required skills)
• Perform Cardioversion
• Read echoes, Holter monitors, stress tests, and EKGs
• Participating in a 1:4 shared hospital call
• No outpatient clinic on hospital call day
• Round on inpatients
• Consult with ED and Hospitalists
• Oversee the hospital’s cardiology lab
• Perform TEE's (required skill)
• Collaborating with the hospital’s impressive Cardiac Rehab program and staff
• Enjoying a strong referral base from within our community’s providers
• Partnering with highly trained, competent, and caring support staff
• Working in a group where hearts are big and teamwork rules the day
• Providing services in a community where healthcare providers are appreciated every day for their heroic work

In return, we’ll provide your employment through Mercy Medical Group, which will include:

• Group affiliation with Dignity Health, which connects to the highest standard of health care available
• Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
• Partnership track
• A physician-led, professionally managed practice
• Strong physician support and mentorship
• A competitive two-year guarantee with a signing bonus
• Productivity and Relocation bonus
• Generous health and welfare offerings for you and your dependents
• Robust time away from work allowances
• Retirement benefits including a 100% company-funded retirement plan
• Compensation Range: $465,000 - $495,000 / Year

And the icing on the cake will be living and working in California’s beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills:

• Rich in history, charm, and a multitude of vibes, Grass Valley and Nevada County’s many historic buildings, museums, state parks, and sites offer a wide array of ways to explore and experience the area
• Less than 90 minutes away from Lake Tahoe where you can go from a sunny beach to a snow-covered slope all in the same day
• A Foodie’s paradise with a wide variety of eatery choices throughout the county
• Home to over a dozen wineries and tasting rooms
• High-quality arts and entertainment venues
• Population of 13K residents, with a service area of 100K lives
• Closest metro area is Sacramento (57 miles) with a population of 500,000
• Climate of year-round moderate weather, with warm summers and short winters. Ideal for hiking, cycling, fishing, camping, hunting, boating, skiing, golfing, and gold panning!   

Want a sneak peek?  Click this link to catch a glimpse of Grass Valley and what we do at Dignity Health:    

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Can you get behind this?  If so, send us your CV for our team's review! 

Patient Care:

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

Diagnostic Procedures:

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

Compliance:

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

• A valid and unrestricted California medical license
• Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
• Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program