Cardiology Physician

Job Description

Cardiologist Embedded in Primary Care TeamSeeking a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiologist to join our primary care team, focusing on coordinated and integrated patient care within a value-based model. This innovative role is designed to improve patient outcomes, enhance access to cardiology, ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, and reduce unnecessary referrals to specialty care.Essential Functions

• Assess and monitor the medical needs of patients and significant others.
• Provide quality, cost-effective medical services to patients, ensuring consistent coverage of caseload.
• Offer input in policy and procedure development related to medical practice and quality patient care.
• Oversee Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and other delegated care providers.
• Evaluate educational needs of patients, staff, and significant others, implementing or delegating appropriate teaching strategies.
• Maintain documentation consistent with regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare team members to ensure continuity and coordination of care; advocate for patients and families.
• Participate in process improvement activities through clinical path development and other initiatives.
• Collaborate with Spectrum Health to achieve financial and patient satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Required Bachelor’s Degree.
• Licensure:

– Physician (MD) or Osteopathic Physician (DO) license in the State of Michigan required upon hire. – DEA Registration in the State of Michigan required upon hire.

• Certifications:

– Basic Life Support (BLS) – required within 120 days, either AHA or ARC. – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within 120 days if applicable to specialty or stress test performed.