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: $494,000 - $523,000 / 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! 

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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

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.