Cardiology Job at Avita Health System in Galion, OH

Job Posting: General Cardiologist - Pacemakers and ICDs

Avita Health System is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated General Cardiologist to join our established and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician who is proficient in the management of complex cardiac conditions, with a strong focus on the implantation and management of pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs).

Location

Various locations within the Avita Health System service area (Galion, Bucyrus, Ontario, Ohio).

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be a board-certified or board-eligible General Cardiologist responsible for providing comprehensive cardiac care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic procedures, treatment planning, and long-term management of cardiovascular diseases. A critical component of this role is the expertise in device implantation and follow-up, specifically for single- and dual-chamber pacemakers, and single- and dual-chamber ICDs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic services for a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.
• Perform and manage the full scope of device implantations:
• Single and dual-chamber pacemakers.
• Single and dual-chamber ICDs.
• Conduct comprehensive device follow-up, interrogation, and reprogramming.
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), stress testing, and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) (TEE skills desirable but not mandatory).
• Interpret EKG, Holter, and event monitor data.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency coverage.
• Collaborate effectively with primary care physicians, cardiac surgeons, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.

Qualifications

Required:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Board certified or board eligible in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Certification and demonstrated proficiency in the implantation and management of pacemakers and ICDs.
• Possession of or eligibility for an unrestricted Ohio medical license.

Preferred:

• Board certification in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Certification in echocardiography (NBE) and/or nuclear cardiology (CBNC).
• Experience practicing within a community health system.

About Avita Health System

Avita Health System is a growing and dynamic independent healthcare system committed to providing the highest quality healthcare to the communities we serve. We offer a collegial work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a deep commitment to physician wellness and professional development.

  Our Commitment to You:

• Secured base salary over the full contract term based on the MGMA median
• Uncapped productivity based on the MGMA median WRVU rate
• Relocation assistance is available if necessary.
• CME allowance
• Potential Stipend and Student loan assistance
• 403 B- Student Loan Forgiveness Eligible
• Full health benefits including life insurance, short/long term disability, retirement options and malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Large built-in referral sources with 45+ employed PCPs.