Interventional Cardiologist Opportunity

Interventional Cardiologist Opportunity

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA

The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA, has an immediate opening for a full-time, board-certified/eligible Interventional Cardiologist. You'll enjoy a unique combination of two great American heritages: a little Cajun, and since we're less than 15 minutes from the Texas border, a little Lone Star, too. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans. The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America's Veterans.

Highlights of this position include:

* Competitive Starting Salary $325,000 - $390,000

* Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm., may be required to work unscheduled hours in case of an emergency or when on call

* Performs inpatient or outpatient cardiovascular consultation services

* Perform standard diagnostic and cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheterization, ECG, angioplasty, etc.

* Duties will include clinical practice, and teaching Cardiology fellows, residents, and medical student

* Position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center commensurate with qualifications

* Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found

* Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State

* Board certified at least once in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology

* Experience in peripheral vascular intervention is preferred. Structural heart disease intervention and/or venous intervention training desirable

We offer:

* Predictable work schedules and a focus on quality rather than volume

* Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year

* Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

* Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided

* 26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time per year w/unlimited carry over; 11 paid holidays

* Federal Retirement Plan and separate 401K with partial agency match

* Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME's (must be full-time with board certification)

* This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), if approved

* Recruitment/Relocation authorized for highly qualified candidates