The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, LA, seeks a full-time, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist to join their dedicated team. The clinician will enjoy a balanced practice environment near the Texas border while providing top-quality care to America's Veterans. Candidates must be motivated, team-oriented, and committed to veteran health.
Practice Info
- Position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center commensurate with qualifications
Shift & Schedule
- Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm., may be required to work unscheduled hours in case of an emergency or when on call
Responsibilities
- 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 students
Compensation
- Competitive Starting Salary $325,000 – $390,000
- Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year
- Recruitment/Relocation authorized for highly qualified candidates
Benefits
- Predictable work schedules and a focus on quality rather than volume
- 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
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
Interventional Cardiologist in Shreveport at Veterans Health Administration
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 3 days ago.